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Institution Brigham Young University

Institution Type -- Select Institution Type -- Four-Year/Advanced Degree (B.A., M.A., and/or Ph.D.) 

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State/Province -- Idaho 

Country-- United States 

Institution Website-- https://www.byu.edu/

Position Information

locations Provo, UT

time type Full time

End Date: June 24, 2025 (12 days left to apply)

Job Title: School of Medicine, Associate Dean of Faculty

Posting End Date: June 24, 2025

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Monday, June 23, 2025

Position Start Date: September 15, 2025

Brigham Young University (BYU) invites applications for the position of Associate Dean of Faculty (AD-F) within its developing School of Medicine. This leadership role is critical to shaping the future of medical education at BYU, aligning with the institution’s mission to provide a faith-based, academically rigorous medical education rooted in the principles of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ.

As the School of Medicine prepares for accreditation, the AD-F will work under the direction of the Dean of the School of Medicine to design, implement, and continuously improve the faculty experience in the School of Medicine.

Role Description:

The Associate Dean of Faculty (AD-F) at the Brigham Young University (BYU) School of Medicine (SoM) is a senior leadership position reporting directly to the Dean. The AD-F is responsible for all faculty-related matters within the school, including oversight of faculty recruitment, appointments, reappointments, promotion, and performance evaluation processes. The role also encompasses faculty development, mentoring, and retention; the creation and implementation of School bylaws related to faculty; and the management of faculty records and affiliation agreements.

The AD-F ensures all faculty affairs align with the mission and policies of BYU and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. This position requires strong collaboration with the university’s academic leadership, including the Associate Academic Vice President (AAVP) and other campus offices, to ensure institutional consistency and accountability.

Duties/Expectations: 

Faculty Governance and Policy Development

• Develop and maintain SoM-specific bylaws governing faculty roles, responsibilities, appointments, and ranks
• Create and oversee transparent, mission-aligned policies for faculty appointments, reappointments, promotion, and performance review
• Establish clear criteria and procedures for academic titles, tenure eligibility (if applicable), and rank advancement within the SoM
• Ensure all policies align with overarching university policies, guidelines, and the AAVP’s office

Faculty Hiring and Appointments

• Design and implement equitable and mission-aligned faculty recruitment, onboarding, and appointment processes
• Coordinate with department chairs and hiring committees to ensure a consistent and spiritually grounded approach to identifying and retaining exceptional faculty
• Manage and maintain all faculty appointment records, rank designations, and position justifications

Faculty Evaluation and Advancement

• Oversee annual performance review and multi-year evaluation processes for all SoM faculty
• Collaborate with university offices to ensure faculty evaluations support institutional advancement and promotion pathways
• Guide promotion and reappointment reviews, ensuring decisions are timely, transparent, and consistent with university expectations

Faculty Relations and Development

• Serve as a resource for faculty mentoring, professional development, and leadership preparation
• Address faculty grievances and concerns, ensuring a fair and principled process that reflects Christlike compassion and accountability
• Collaborate with BYU’s Office of Faculty Relations and Human Resources to implement university polices and procedures to address faculty misconduct

Adjunct and Affiliated Faculty

• Oversee the process for appointing and renewing adjunct and affiliated faculty, including clinical preceptors and volunteer faculty
• Maintain affiliation agreements and records in collaboration with legal and administrative offices
• Coordinate faculty development and engagement opportunities for adjunct and affiliated members

Faculty Recordkeeping and Compliance

• Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date records for all SoM faculty, including evaluations, CVs, appointments, and compliance documentation
• Ensure faculty databases are secure and accessible for accreditation, audit, and reporting purposes
• Collaborate with the Office of Accreditation and Quality Improvement to provide accurate data for LCME and institutional reporting

Institutional and Strategic Collaboration

• Serve as the primary liaison between the SoM and central university offices on matters related to faculty life and policy
• Participate in the Dean’s Executive Leadership Team and represent the faculty perspective in strategic planning and resource allocation
• Foster a culture of covenant belonging and spiritual purpose among faculty, supporting them in their academic, clinical, and spiritual growth

Required Degree: Terminal degree in medicine, higher education, health professions, or related field (e.g., MD, DO, PhD, EdD, DNP). The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience: 

Required:

• Senior academic leadership experience at the level of department chair, associate dean, or equivalent
• Proven track record in faculty hiring, promotion, evaluation, and policy development
• Demonstrated ability to navigate complex personnel matters with discretion and integrity
• Deep commitment to and alignment with BYU’s academic mission and the doctrine and values of the Restored Gospel of Jesus Christ

Preferred:

• 5+ years of administrative leadership in an academic medical or health professions setting
• Experience managing adjunct and affiliated faculty
• Familiarity with university policies related to rank, tenure, promotion, and disciplinary processes
• Expertise in organizational governance, policy drafting, and implementation
• Strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills grounded in compassion and principle
• Knowledge of accreditation standards relevant to faculty affairs (e.g., LCME)

Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, Mission Alignment Statement, and 3-5 professional references to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered. 

Mission Alignment Statement

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrines and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball). 

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

Employment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

Equal Opportunity

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.