Associate Dean for Admissions, School of Medicine

The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University in partnership with Korn Ferry invites nominations and expressions of interest for the position of Associate Dean for Admissions.

The Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University is a nationally recognized institution dedicated to educating patient-centered physicians who are partners and leaders in an interprofessional workforce serving the diverse needs of our communities. Established through a transformative gift from the family of Frank H. Netter a renowned physician and medical illustrator the school is located on Quinnipiacs graduate campus in North Haven Connecticut alongside the professional schools of nursing health sciences law and education. This collaborative setting fosters active learning in state-of-the-art facilities including simulation laboratories standardized patient assessment rooms and advanced clinical training environments.

Since welcoming its inaugural class in 2013 the school has rapidly built a national reputation with graduates matching in over 20 specialties in top-ranked programs across the country. The curriculum emphasizes early clinical exposure through a robust network of community hospitals and healthcare providers offering students diverse clinical settings to hone their skills. Rooted in a humanistic approach to medicine the Schools mission centers on compassionate care integrity inclusivity academic excellence and social responsibility shaping a new generation of healthcare leaders committed to advancing patient care and health access.

The school seeks a strategic and mission-driven leader to serve as its next Associate Dean for Admissions. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Education the Associate Dean will provide leadership and operational oversight for all aspects of medical student recruitment selection and matriculation. This includes ensuring admissions processes reflect the schools mission and values align with LCME accreditation standards and advance the schools commitment to educating compassionate patient-centered physicians dedicated to improving community health. The Associate Dean will lead continuous quality improvement efforts manage admissions operations and budgets and collaborate with faculty students alumni and external partners to strengthen recruitment strategies and expand access for qualified applicants. The role also works closely with Student Affairs Medical Education and Inclusive Excellence to ensure seamless student transitions. Additional responsibilities include stewardship of scholarships and financial aid in partnership with Student Affairs and Development and serving as the primary liaison to national organizations such as AAMC AMCAS and MCAT.

Based on qualifications this position may be eligible for a part-time teaching role or clinical assignment.

Korn Ferry is assisting Quinnipiac University with this critical recruitment. Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. To ensure full consideration inquiries nominations and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence to .

Please reach out if you would like to see a comprehensive position profile.

Strategic Leadership & Oversight
Provide vision and strategic direction for the Office of Admissions consistent with the mission values and goals of the School of Medicine.
Lead mentor and support admissions staff to ensure excellence professionalism and student-centered service.
Provide training and guidance to admissions staff committee members and interviewers on policies processes and compliance (accreditation and legal).
Oversee office operations staffing and budgets to ensure efficient transparent and compliant processes.
Align policies and practices (recruitment strategies selection criteria and review processes) with LCME standards institutional priorities and evolving national best practices.

Mission-Aligned Recruitment & Selection
Design and implement mission-aligned review strategies in the recruitment and selection of medical students.
Partner with the Admissions Committee Chair to oversee all phases of the admissions process including application screening interviewing committee deliberations and selection.
Engage faculty students and alumni as ambassadors to promote the Schools reputation and values in recruitment efforts.
Ensure that admissions materials and processes convey the Schools mission vision and values.

Data-Driven Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
Collect analyze and report applicant interviewee and matriculant data to guide strategic decision-making and continuous improvement to ensure the highest quality admissions processes.
Maintain accurate records (statistics demographics etc.) and ensure timely submission of reports to school of medicine senior leadership and institutional state and federal agencies (AAMC LCME IPEDS etc.).

Financial Aid and Scholarship Stewardship
Partner with the Director of Financial Aid and the Office of Student Affairs to oversee the allocation of scholarships and need-based aid ensuring fair transparent and mission-aligned distribution of resources to admitted students.
Collaborate with the offices of Development and Alumni Affairs to align donor-supported scholarships with student recruitment goals and strategic priorities.

Collaboration & Communication
Serve as the primary liaison/school of medicine representative to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) American Medical College Application Service (AMCAS) Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) and other relevant organizations.
Collaborate closely with leaders in the offices of Student Affairs Medical Education Inclusive Excellence to ensure seamless student transitions across the continuum from recruitment through graduation.
Collaborate with Quinnipiac University pre-medical program leadership to advise on effective programs for undergraduate to medical school pathways.
Strengthen relationships with pre-health advisors undergraduate institutions community organizations and clinical partners to enhance the applicant pipeline and expand access for qualified students.
Partner with the Universitys marketing and communications teams to elevate the Schools visibility and articulate its distinctive mission to prospective students.

The ideal candidate will bring an advanced degree with an MD strongly preferred and substantial leadership experience in academic administration ideally within a medical school. They will bring a combination of visionary leadership operational excellence and a deep commitment to recruiting future physicians. The successful candidate will demonstrate a proven record of developing and executing mission-aligned admissions strategies overseeing complex operations and budgets and building effective partnerships across academic administrative and external stakeholders. A strong working knowledge of LCME accreditation standards AAMC admissions guidance and federal compliance requirements is essential. The selected candidate will be a collaborative student-centered and service-oriented leader with exceptional communication skills and a demonstrated commitment to integrity transparency and inclusive excellence.

TO APPLY:

Korn Ferry is assisting Quinnipiac University with this critical recruitment. Applications should include a detailed curriculum vitae and a letter of interest. To ensure full consideration inquiries nominations and applications should be submitted electronically in confidence to .

Please reach out if you would like to see a comprehensive position profile


Quinnipiac University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful community.