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Chair, Department of Clinical Medicine

University of Dubuque

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Posted On 11/25/2025

Job Overview

The University of Dubuque is a growing faith-based University that is seeking a **Chair, Department of Clinical Medicine** for the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine.

Position Summary:

The Chair of the Department of Clinical Medicine provides academic and administrative leadership for the clinical faculty and the delivery of the clinical skills curriculum throughout the four years of the Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine program. The Chair ensures that instruction in clinical reasoning, physical diagnosis, communication, and patient care is well integrated with biomedical and osteopathic principles and aligned with accreditation and competency standards. The position reports to the Associate Dean of Clinical Education and Graduate Medical Education and collaborates closely with the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education, the Director of Simulation and Clinical Skills, and course and clerkship directors.

Primary Responsibilities:

+ Lead the design, coordination, and continuous improvement of the clinical skills curriculum, including patient interviewing, physical examination, diagnostic reasoning, and documentation

+ Ensure vertical integration of clinical skills content across preclinical and clinical years

+ Oversee the development of assessment tools such as OSCEs, simulation exercises, and standardized patient encounters

+ Collaborate with curriculum committees to align all clinical skills activities with COMLEX-USA competency domains and COCA standards

+ Recruit, appoint, and evaluate clinical faculty and adjunct instructors across core and specialty disciplines

+ Provide mentorship, peer review, and professional development opportunities to enhance instructional effectiveness and scholarly activity

+ Foster an inclusive, collaborative department culture that values teamwork, professionalism, and innovation in clinical teaching

+ Manage departmental operations, scheduling, and budget in coordination with the Associate Dean for Clinical Education & GME

+ Collaborate with the Office of Simulation and Clinical Skills to ensure facilities, standardized patients, and resources meet educational goals

+ Participate in strategic planning, policy development, and resource allocation for clinical education

+ Monitor and evaluate clinical teaching quality through course reviews, student feedback, and performance outcomes

+ Contribute to accreditation reporting, ensuring compliance with COCA and NBOME standards related to clinical instruction and assessment

+ Support continuous quality improvement initiatives in alignment with institutional goals

+ Maintain an active role in teaching and, where applicable, clinical practice

+ Engage in scholarship in medical education, clinical pedagogy, or applied clinical science

+ Represent the department and College on committees, at professional meetings, and in community partnerships

+ Perform other duties as assigned in support of the University's _Mission_

Skills and Abilities:

+ Substantial teaching experience in medical education, preferably in clinical skills or clerkship coordination

+ Strong communication, organizational, and mentoring skills

+ Knowledge of COMLEX-USA competencies, COCA accreditation standards, and competency-based medical education

+ Experience overseeing clinical faculty or directing clinical skills programs in an osteopathic or allopathic medical school

+ Familiarity with simulation-based instruction and interprofessional education

Qualifications:

+ Medical degree (D.O. or M.D.) with board certification in a clinical specialty

+ Demonstrate leadership and administrative experience in academic or clinical settings

+ Record of scholarly productivity or innovation in medical education

To apply with a growing faith-based University for the **Chair, Department of Clinical Medicine** for the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine position, please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website, to [email protected] or to the Director of Human Resources, at the University of Dubuque, 2000 University Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52001.

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Dubuque, IA

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Company ID

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About the University of Dubuque

The University of Dubuque is a private, Presbyterian, coeducational, professional university with a foundation in the liberal arts. Our commitment is to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit as well as encouraging students to explore their fullest potential, is part of a rich Christian identity that dates back to the University's founding in 1852. Our welcoming interfaith community of 2000 students attracts young men and women from across the country and around the globe who seek the knowledge and the skills to make a difference in our ever-changing world. Within a values and faith base, we offer you an array of perspectives and broad exposure to our truly global society. The University comprises the undergraduate college, the graduate school, and the theological seminary.

Mission and Vision

The University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees, and other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. The University is comprised of individuals from the region, our nation, and the world.

As a community, the University practices its Christian commitments by educating students, pursuing excellence in scholarship, challenging students to live lives of worth and purpose, and preparing students for service to the church and the world.

Therefore, the University of Dubuque is committed to:

+ A hospitable Christian environment which respects other faith traditions;

+ Relationships which encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development;

+ Excellence in academic inquiry and professional preparation;

+ A diverse and equitable community where Christian love is practiced;

+ Stewardship of all God' human and natural resources;

+ Zeal for life-long learning and service.