Associate Dean- Assessment & Evaluation

Summary

Join American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC) as the Associate Dean of Assessment and Evaluation and oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of assessment strategies across the medical/clinical science and clinical rotation curriculum. Collaborate with faculty, administration, and accreditation bodies to maintain assessment integrity and effectiveness. Design and implement assessment strategies aligned with accreditation standards and institutional goals. Monitor and analyze assessment data to identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Provide faculty with data-driven insights to enhance curriculum delivery. This role requires a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree, 5+ years in medical education assessment, and strong understanding of psychometrics and accreditation requirements. The position offers a competitive salary, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401k retirement program, flexible time off, paid holidays, and more.

Requirements

• PhD MD or equivalent degree in medical education, assessment, or a related field
• 5+ years In medical education assessment (basic/clinical science and clinical rotations), program evaluation, and faculty development
• Strong understanding of psychometrics, standard-setting methodologies, and accreditation requirements
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Proficient in data analysis software, statistical software, and database management systems
• Thorough understanding of higher education assessment methodologies, accreditation standards, and data analysis techniques

Responsibilities

• Design and implement assessment strategies aligned with accreditation standards and institutional goals
• Collaborate with Module Course Directors and faculty in creation and administration of formative and summative assessments, including multiple-choice exams and written assignments
• Ensure the reliability and validity of all assessments
• Design and implement an assessment system of clinical students rotating thru clerkships
• Ensure appropriate standard-setting methods are applied to maintain consistency in grading and performance evaluation
• Monitor and analyze assessment data to identify trends, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
• Provide faculty with data-driven insights to enhance curriculum delivery
• Design and implement an evaluation system of medical/clinical science courses and clinical clerkships and clinical sites
• Collaborate with faculty to develop high-quality assessments that align with course objectives and USMLE requirements
• Provide training and support on best practices in assessment design, exam security, and grading methods
• Support the integration of assessment technologies, including online testing platforms and item-banking systems
• Stay updated on emerging trends in medical education assessments and recommend innovative approaches
• Ability to travel to internationally as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with assessment software and online testing platforms such as Exam soft

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• Participation in Adtalem’s Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
• 12 Paid Holidays