UNIV - Associate Dean of Student Affairs (Open Rank) - COM

Company: Medical University of South Carolina
Location: Charleston
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Summary The Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine (COM) is seeking an Associate Dean for Student Affairs to provide strategic leadership and oversight for programs that support students and provide services that enhance students’ educational experience within the medical school. This role is dedicated to promoting the academic success, personal well-being, and professional growth of medical students. The Associate Dean for Student Affairs plays a key role in fostering a supportive learning environment. As a member of the senior education leadership team, they are responsible for oversight of academic advising, the medical student wellness and financial literacy programs, COM student organizations and events, the learning environment, and collaboration with university services including student health, counseling and psychological services, and accommodations at the Charleston and AnMed campuses. This role reports to the Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education and requires a minimum of approximately 80% effort; allocation of remaining effort will be determined based on the selected candidate’s clinical and/or academic interests and the needs of the home academic department. Faculty rank and home academic department will be determined based on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant Entity Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type? Faculty Cost Center CC003538 COM DO UME Student Affairs CC Pay Rate Type Salary Pay Grade University-00 Pay Range 0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description Student Support, Academic Advising and Counseling, Personal Counseling and Student Wellness Oversee a coordinated, proactive and effective program for individualized academic and personal counseling. Support students experiencing academic difficulty and personal challenges. Promote student resilience, wellness, and professional identity formation through wellness programming. Collaborate with curriculum leaders and university learning specialists to integrate student support into the academic environment; co-lead the student success committee with curriculum leaders. Support students seeking accommodations from the university. Monitor student progress and professionalism and maintain academic records. Program Leadership and Administration Lead and manage the Office of Student Affairs, including supervision of staff and oversight of the budget. Participate in development of school policies. Oversee compliance with and implement procedures for LCME accreditation standards related to student affairs, the learning environment, and technical standards at the Charleston and AnMed campuses in collaboration with the campus dean. Maintain current knowledge of policies and procedures in higher education. Oversee COM student organizations and student events including orientations, white coat ceremony, match day celebration, and oath ceremony. Collaborate with the COM career advising team. Institutional Collaboration and Representation Serve on key committees of the medical school and university. Represent the medical school in national organizations and conferences related to student affairs. Collaborate with university-wide student services, including student health, counseling and psychological services, student financial aid, student financial literacy, and university accommodations services. Qualifications MD, DO, PhD, EdD, or equivalent terminal degree; board certification preferred. Minimum 5 years of experience in medical education, student affairs and academic leadership preferred. Demonstrated experience with programs that support medical student development. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills. Applicants should submit a application and then a current CV and a cover letter outlining their relevant experience and interest in this position. Inquiries may be directed to Dr. Donna Kern, MD, Senior Associate Dean for Medical Education, at kerndh@musc.edu Additional Job Description Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent) If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us! The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need. Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. 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