Assistant Dean for Scholarly Affairs, School of Medicine
Methodist UniversityFayetteville, North Carolina, United States
Posted February 5, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Methodist University is an independent four-year institution that serves a diverse student body of over 2,200 learners from 41 U.S. states and 53 countries. The university offers a comprehensive academic portfolio with more than 80 majors and concentrations, alongside four graduate programs that cater to advanced professional development. Students benefit from a vibrant campus life, featuring over 100 clubs and organizations that foster community and leadership. Its commitment to holistic education is further highlighted by 19 NCAA III intercollegiate sports teams, positioning Methodist as a well-rounded institution that balances rigorous academics with athletic excellence.
Job Description
The Assistant Dean for Scholarly Affairs is a full-time academic leadership position responsible for advancing a cohesive, inclusive, and productive culture of scholarship across the School of Medicine. The role emphasizes the development of people first—faculty, mentors, and emerging scholars—by building mentoring capacity, supporting high-quality scholarly activity, and ensuring that all medical students acquire foundational research skills and complete a meaningful scholarly project.
Requirements
- Terminal degree (MD, DO, PhD, EdD, or equivalent)
- Faculty appointment eligibility at the rank of Associate or Full Professor preferred
- Demonstrated record of peer-reviewed scholarship
- Experience mentoring faculty and/or students in scholarly activity
- Experience teaching research or scholarly methods
- Strong collaborative, organizational, and leadership skills
Benefits
- Full-time position
- Faculty appointment in the Department of Health Systems Sciences
- Faculty rank at the level of Associate Professor (academic or comparable non-tenure track)