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**Open Date** 10/21/2025

**Requisition Number** PRN43368B

**Job Title** Associate Dean

**Working Title** Associate Dean, Southern Utah Regional Medical Campus

**Career Progression Track** 000

Track Level

**FLSA Code** Executive

**Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No

**Standard Hours per Week** The position will begin part-time (0.2 FTE) and gradually transition to 0.8 FTE by July 1, 2026.

**Full Time or Part Time?** Part Time

**Shift** Day

Work Schedule Summary

**VP Area** U of U Health - Academics

**Department** 00203 - School of Medicine-Dean

**Location** Campus

**City** St. George, UT

**Type of Recruitment** External Posting

**Pay Rate Range** 20000 to 375000

**Close Date** 01/21/2026

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

Job Summary

Utah has the ninth lowest number of physicians and the lowest number of primary care physicians per capita in the United States. Utah’s physician workforce does not meet the state’s needs, particularly in rural communities. The Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine ( SFESOM ) at the University of Utah is seeking a dynamic and experienced leader to launch the Southern Utah Regional Medical Campus ( SURMC ) in St. George, Utah. The SURMC will increase the number of medical students and graduates focused on rural health, growing Utah’s physician workforce with special expertise in population health and primary care. A class of 10 medical students per year—the Southern Utah cohort—will begin their educational experiences at the SURMC in Fall 2027, after completing Phase 1 (2026-27) of a new mission-driven MD program on the University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City.

The position will begin part-time (0.2 FTE ) and gradually transition to 0.8 FTE by July 1, 2026. This is an adjunct appointment in the Division of Medical Education that reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses. Additional appointments in the SFESOM may be determined later, based on the candidate’s specialty and interest. Salary will be set for the administrative effort based on benchmarks utilized for other administrative leaders in the SFESOM Dean’s Office. Academic rank will be commensurate with education and experience.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

The Associate Dean for the SURMC is responsible for regional leadership and oversight of programs in alignment with SFESOM mission and values. SURMC represents one of two or more future regional campuses of the SFESOM administered by the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses. The Associate Dean for the SURMC will partner with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses and other SFESOM education administration leaders to ensure regional campus readiness by Fall 2027 and ongoing operational success. Engagement with the Population Health Scholars Program, Rural & Underserved Utah Training Experience, and the Tribal, Rural and Urban Underserved Certificate Program, among others, will be paramount to the success of the initiative.

* Partner with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses to facilitate the growth and development of the SURMC in accordance with the SFESOM mission to ensure rural primary care objectives are met.

* Develop and maintain relationships with regional health system leadership, community clinicians/practices, community organizations, and related entities to deliver an exceptional educational experience for SFESOM medical students in the region.

* Collaborate with Phase 2 and 3 directors across campuses to identify, select, and prepare sites for longitudinal integrated clerkship ( LIC ) and block clerkship experiences, followed by monitoring and continuous improvement efforts.

* Partner with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses to ensure the SURMC experiences and resources meet LCME compliance standards through collaborations with SFESOM leadership, the Division of Medical Education, the offices of Graduate Medical Education and Education Quality Improvement, Evaluation and Research, and others as necessary.

* Collaborate with the Division Chief of Medical Education to ensure clinician preceptors are appointed to faculty positions.

* Oversee Regional Faculty Directors of Curriculum, Admissions, and Academic Culture and Community to ensure alignment with SFESOM programs, policies, and procedures.

* Oversee the identification, development and planning for education space in the region to meet the needs of SFESOM medical students, physician assistant students, and other allied health professional learners training at the University of Utah in the region.

* Collaborate with the Office of Student Affairs leadership and staff to develop programs to ensure appropriate support for medical students in the areas of student wellness, financial aid, student records and transcripts, visiting student experiences, and the residency match process.

* Advise students to ensure medical training and extracurricular efforts result in the achievement of their training/specialty career goals, including guidance during the residency application process on student rank lists and personal statements.

* Support, counsel, and advocate for students experiencing obstacles, hardships, and/or professionalism challenges as appropriate.

* Partner with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses to ensure integration with, and reporting to the SFESOM governing body—the Education Program & Policy Committee ( EPPC ).

* Partner with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses to oversee and represent state legislative funding requests for SURMC support and initiatives.

* Partner with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses to prepare and oversee the SURMC annual budget.

* Assume responsibility for the recruitment, development, evaluation, and performance of SURMC faculty and staff.

Qualifications

* MD or DO degree from an accredited institution

* Completion of an ACGME -accredited residency

* Eligibility for an unrestricted Utah physician and surgeon license (see DOPL requirements)

* Demonstrated experience in academic leadership and undergraduate or graduate medical education preferred

The SFESOM has many opportunities for career advancement and leadership development. We offer an excellent benefits package, including 14.2% contributions to retirement. We also offer up to 25 vacation days per year and much more, dependent upon your full-time equivalent. You can learn more about the benefits package at**https://benefits.utah.edu/**

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit an abbreviated curriculum vitae highlighting experience relevant to the position (3 pages or less), cover letter (1 page or less), and names and contact information of three professional references. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Please contact Michelle Hofmann for additional information or questions.

All applications must be submitted online at:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190646**

Inquiries may be directed to:

Michelle Hofmann, MD, MPH , MHCDS

Senior Associate Dean (Interim)

Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah

[email protected]

The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator. Minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans preference. Reasonable accommodations provided. For additional information:http://www.regulations.utah.edu/humanResources/5-106.html.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students.

Values and Culture

The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferences

**Type** Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Interested candidates should submit an abbreviated curriculum vitae highlighting experience relevant to the position (3 pages or less), cover letter (1 page or less), and names and contact information of three professional references. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Please contact Michelle Hofmann for additional information or questions.

All applications must be submitted online at:**https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/190646**

Inquiries may be directed to:

Michelle Hofmann, MD, MPH , MHCDS

Senior Associate Dean (Interim)

Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah

[email protected]

Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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