Job Description

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Senior Associate Dean/Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs and Associate/Professor [R[redacted]]

ROLE of the POSITION

The Senior Associate Dean/Associate Dean for Admissions and Student Affairs and Associate/Professor (non-tenure track) reports to the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs and Education of the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine (KSOM) and serves as a senior member of the leadership team of the Office of Academic Affairs and Education. The title of Senior Associate Dean or Associate Dean will be determined by the qualifications and prior experience of the successful candidate; the responsibilities of the position are identical at either rank.

The Senior Associate / Associate Dean provides strategic, operational, and administrative leadership for the full continuum of the medical student experience; from outreach, recruitment, and admissions through matriculation, academic progression, professional identity formation, and the transition to residency training. The Senior Associate / Associate Dean directly supervises the Assistant Dean for Admissions, Recruitment, and Student Financial Services and the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs and Career Services, and is accountable for the integrated leadership, performance management, and professional development of the professional and administrative staff across both reporting units.

The Senior Associate / Associate Dean partners with the Vice Dean in strategic planning, budget management, human resource management, compliance, facilities management, and IT management as they relate to admissions, recruitment, student financial services, student affairs, and career services. The Senior Associate / Associate Dean is accountable to the Vice Dean for ensuring compliance with the accreditation standards of the Liaison Committee for Medical Education (LCME) as they relate to medical student selection and admission, medical student financial aid services, medical student academic records, medical student academic progression, medical student health and personal counseling, and career advising (LCME Standards 10, 11, and 12), and serves as a key contributor to the school's continuous quality improvement (CQI) process.

The Senior Associate / Associate Dean leads the integration of admissions and student affairs functions to create a seamless, mission-aligned experience for applicants and students. Areas of oversight include the AMCAS-based application and admissions cycle and the work of the Admissions Committee; pipeline, recruitment, and holistic review programs; scholarship funding, Title IV federal financial aid, and student financial literacy; the learning communities program; the Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) process; the professionalism advocacy program; student mistreatment monitoring and reporting; career advising and the residency match; and major school events including Orientation, the White Coat Ceremony, Career Week, Match Day, and Commencement.

The Senior Associate / Associate Dean liaises with other offices and departments in the School of Medicine and the University, including the Dean's Office, the Office of Curriculum, the Office of Faculty Affairs, the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the Office of Graduate Medical Education, UNLV Student Affairs, the UNLV Student Health Center.

Up to 0.2 FTE may be available for clinical activities, including attending duties within the appropriate clinical setting at UNLV Health. The clinical component may be negotiated based on the candidate's qualifications, interests, and applicable clinical specialty.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

This position requires a M.D. from an accredited college or university as recognized by the United States Department of Education and/or the Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and Seven to nine years of progressively responsible leadership in undergraduate medical education at an LCME-accredited medical school, including direct supervision of professional and administrative staff. Experience in admissions, financial aid, student affairs, career advising, and/or accreditation strongly required.

Credentials must be obtained prior to the start date.

BACKGROUND SCREENNING

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background screening.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Ten or more years of progressively responsible medical school leadership, including senior dean-level oversight of two or more units; demonstrated experience leading or co-leading an LCME self-study, site visit, or interim DCI; and active leadership engagement with the AAMC.

The candidate's educational credentials, terminal degree, experience in an academic medical institution or equivalency, research and scholarly activity will be considered in determining the candidate's recommended rank. The SOM Faculty Appointment, Promotion, and Tenure (FAPT) Committee will use the Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV (SOM) promotion criteria to recommend rank to the Dean of the SOM. Tenure consideration may be given upon hire on a case-by-case basis depending on verified previous credentials, the FAPT recommendation, and SOM Dean's recommendation.

COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY and CAMPUS VALUES

A successful candidate will support diversity, equity, and inclusiveness and contribute to a respectful, positive work environment. They will use our Campus Values to guide their decisions and actions and demonstrate our Rebel spirit.

SALARY

Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.

BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV

• Competitive total rewards package including:
  • Paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
  • Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
  • Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
• No state income tax
• Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
• Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents

PERKS & PROGRAMS

• Employee recognition and appreciation programs
• UNLV athletics ticket discounts
• Statewide employee purchase program discounts
• RebelCard discounts on and off campus
• Wellness programming for all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
• Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
• Connect with colleagues with shared interests
• Personal and professional development opportunities
• A comprehensive onboarding program, Rebels: Onboard
• Support and resources available for veteran applicants - contact [redacted] or visit our Veterans Webpage.

HOW TO APPLY

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. Materials should be addressed to Dr. Robert Hernandez, Search Committee Chair.

Although this position will remain open until filled, review of candidates' materials will begin on November 1, 2026.

Applications must be submitted electronically through Workday. Please note that emailed materials will not be accepted.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. UNLV values the skills of those who have served. Learn more at Veterans Webpage or contact [redacted] for support.

For assistance with the application process, please review instructions on How to Apply

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES

UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the "Browse Jobs" process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Browse Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, " R0153218" in the search box.

If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.

JOB CATEGORY

Academic Faculty

Exempt
Yes

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance

Posting Close Date

Note to Applicant

This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents.