New River Community College
Associate Dean, Southern Utah Regional Medical Campus
New River Community College, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Associate Dean, Southern Utah Regional Medical Campus
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
Lead regional operations and oversight of SURMC programs in alignment with SFESOM mission and values.
Represent SURMC as one of two or more future SFESOM regional campuses, in coordination with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses.
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.
Engage with the Population Health Scholars Program, Rural & Underserved Utah Training Experience, and the Tribal, Rural and Urban Underserved Certificate Program to support SURMC success.
Collaborate with leadership to facilitate growth and development of SURMC in accordance with SFESOM mission to meet rural primary care objectives.
Develop and maintain relationships with regional health system leadership, community clinicians/practices, and community organizations to deliver quality education for SFESOM medical students in the region.
Work with Phase 2 and 3 directors across campuses to identify, select, and prepare sites for longitudinal integrated clerkships and block clerkships, with monitoring and continuous improvement efforts.
Ensure SURMC experiences and resources meet LCME standards through collaboration with SFESOM leadership and relevant offices.
Collaborate with the Division Chief of Medical Education to appoint clinician preceptors to faculty positions.
Oversee Regional Faculty Directors of Curriculum, Admissions, and Academic Culture and Community to ensure policy alignment.
Oversee education space planning in the region to meet needs of SFESOM students and other learners.
Coordinate with the Office of Student Affairs to support student wellness, financial aid, records, visiting student experiences, and residency match processes.
Advise students on training goals and residency applications, including guidance on rank lists and personal statements.
Support and advocate for students facing obstacles, hardships, or professionalism challenges as appropriate.
Coordinate with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses to integrate with the SFESOM governing body and EPPC.
Oversee and represent state legislative funding requests for SURMC support and initiatives.
Prepare and oversee the SURMC annual budget.
Assume responsibility for 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 and up to 25 vacation days per year, dependent upon full-time equivalent. Details are available on the benefits site.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an abbreviated curriculum vitae (3 pages or less), a cover letter (1 page or less), and the 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 the posting.
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: michelle.hofmann@hsc.utah.edu
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 diverse students and are committed to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
Special Instructions
Interested candidates should submit an abbreviated curriculum vitae (3 pages or less), a cover letter (1 page or less), and the 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: posting URL. 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: michelle.hofmann@hsc.utah.edu
Requisition Number:
PRN43368B
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department:
00203 - School of Medicine-Dean
Location:
Campus
Pay Rate Range:
20000 to 375000
Close Date:
1/21/2026
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit posting URL
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 who are committed to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students.
Revisions and Notes
Values and culture statements and non-essential boilerplate have been condensed into accessible sections above. All content has been kept to the extent possible while removing non-allowed HTML elements and extraneous formatting.
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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
Lead regional operations and oversight of SURMC programs in alignment with SFESOM mission and values.
Represent SURMC as one of two or more future SFESOM regional campuses, in coordination with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses.
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.
Engage with the Population Health Scholars Program, Rural & Underserved Utah Training Experience, and the Tribal, Rural and Urban Underserved Certificate Program to support SURMC success.
Collaborate with leadership to facilitate growth and development of SURMC in accordance with SFESOM mission to meet rural primary care objectives.
Develop and maintain relationships with regional health system leadership, community clinicians/practices, and community organizations to deliver quality education for SFESOM medical students in the region.
Work with Phase 2 and 3 directors across campuses to identify, select, and prepare sites for longitudinal integrated clerkships and block clerkships, with monitoring and continuous improvement efforts.
Ensure SURMC experiences and resources meet LCME standards through collaboration with SFESOM leadership and relevant offices.
Collaborate with the Division Chief of Medical Education to appoint clinician preceptors to faculty positions.
Oversee Regional Faculty Directors of Curriculum, Admissions, and Academic Culture and Community to ensure policy alignment.
Oversee education space planning in the region to meet needs of SFESOM students and other learners.
Coordinate with the Office of Student Affairs to support student wellness, financial aid, records, visiting student experiences, and residency match processes.
Advise students on training goals and residency applications, including guidance on rank lists and personal statements.
Support and advocate for students facing obstacles, hardships, or professionalism challenges as appropriate.
Coordinate with the Senior Associate Dean of Regional Campuses to integrate with the SFESOM governing body and EPPC.
Oversee and represent state legislative funding requests for SURMC support and initiatives.
Prepare and oversee the SURMC annual budget.
Assume responsibility for 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 and up to 25 vacation days per year, dependent upon full-time equivalent. Details are available on the benefits site.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an abbreviated curriculum vitae (3 pages or less), a cover letter (1 page or less), and the 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 the posting.
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: michelle.hofmann@hsc.utah.edu
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 diverse students and are committed to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences
Special Instructions
Interested candidates should submit an abbreviated curriculum vitae (3 pages or less), a cover letter (1 page or less), and the 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: posting URL. 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: michelle.hofmann@hsc.utah.edu
Requisition Number:
PRN43368B
Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department:
00203 - School of Medicine-Dean
Location:
Campus
Pay Rate Range:
20000 to 375000
Close Date:
1/21/2026
Open Until Filled:
To apply, visit posting URL
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 who are committed to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students.
Revisions and Notes
Values and culture statements and non-essential boilerplate have been condensed into accessible sections above. All content has been kept to the extent possible while removing non-allowed HTML elements and extraneous formatting.
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