Assistant Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME)

Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose—the essence of SFU—is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine (SoM), we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings, in person-centred environments, and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community and with our partners (the Fraser Health Authority, the First Nations Health Authority, and the Divisions of Family Practice) will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province.  We seek to advance reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes. 

About the Role

The School of Medicine at Simon Fraser University invites applications for an Assistant Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME). The Assistant Dean appointment will be for a 3-year term, renewable, with an underlying faculty position.  The underlying faculty position will be made at the appropriate rank and category, commensurate with experience. To be eligible to hold the underlying faculty position, candidates are expected to be able to contribute to teaching, service, and scholarship related to medical education and/or medical research. Alternative appointment arrangements (such as half-time) may also be considered to facilitate other commitments candidates may have.

The salary for the successful applicant will depend on the rank, category of appointment, and experience of the candidate, however, a reasonable estimate of the salary range is $185,000 - $270,000 (inclusive of an administrative stipend for the Assistant Dean role and prorated depending on other commitments outside of academic work).

The Assistant Dean, PGME will be responsible for oversight of SFU SoM’s Postgraduate Medical Education programs, including supporting the overall leadership of each PGME program. The Assistant Dean will oversee the PGME accreditation and continuous quality improvement processes, including internal reviews and preparing and supporting programs for external reviews in collaboration with the Associate Dean, Assessment, Evaluation and Accreditation. This position reports to the Associate Dean, Medical Education Programs (AD MEP). 

Key Areas of Involvement

The Assistant Dean, PGME is responsible for overseeing the SFU Doctor of Medicine (PGME) programs including supporting the development, delivery, evaluation and overall leadership of each program, and developing, interpreting and implementing policies pertaining to postgraduate medical education within the SFU SoM. In fulfilling this mandate, the Assistant Dean, PGME works in close collaboration with the Associate Dean Accreditation, Assessment and Evaluation (ADAAE), the Associate Dean, Medical Education Programs, program directors and other members of the Senior Leadership Team of the School of Medicine. The specific areas of involvement include, but are not limited to:

• Providing leadership in the development and implementation of the SFU SoM goals in postgraduate medical education

• Oversee and provide support for the development, delivery and monitoring of PGME programs

• Serve as the main point of contact for PGME programs with the College of Family Physicians Canada and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada 

• In collaboration with AD AAE, oversee and provide support for the implementation and monitoring of the programs of assessment within PGME programs 

• In collaboration with the AD AAE and program directors, monitor the processes and outcomes of the PGME programs

• In collaboration with the AD AAE and other senior leaders, ensure continued compliance with CACMS accreditation standards

• In collaboration with the AD MEP, develop, interpret and/or implement policies related to PGME programs

• In collaboration with the Associate Dean Indigenous Health (ADIH) and other members of the Senior Leadership Team, contribute to SFU SoM’s commitment to TRC Calls to Action #23 and 24  

• In collaboration with the ADIH, create opportunities to integrate Indigenous ways of knowing into PGME structures such as curriculum, assessment, policies and processes

• In collaboration with the Assistant Dean Learner Affairs, support residents requiring additional learning resources 

• In collaboration with the Associate Dean Research (ADR), support and encourage research in medical education. 

• Assist and advise faculty members (who are direct reports) in the Office of Postgraduate Medical Education regarding the performance of their duties and their career development 

• Work closely with other members of the senior leadership team to develop SoM policy, planning and operations

• Work closely with other members of the senior leadership team to support the space, staffing and funding needs of the PGME programs

• Represent the SoM with regard to postgraduate studies by being a member of relevant bodies within SFU

• Work with deans for postgraduate education at other Canadian Universities to support innovation and to address problems of mutual interest and concern.  

• Undertake duties as may from time to time be assigned to them by the AD MEP.

• Act as AD MEP on notification from the AD MEP of short-term absences

Qualifications & Experience:

Required

• M.D. (Doctor of Medicine) is required.

• Minimum of 5 years of direct teaching experience with medical learners  

• Knowledge of and respect for Indigenous cultural identities and values 

• Experience with the development, management, and/or monitoring of medical education curriculum and/or programs

• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups and teams

• Familiarity with residency programs, the medical education environment, and health care environments (with a preference for primary care environments). 

Additional Assets 

• Preference will be given to family physicians and generalist specialists

• Eligibility to hold a license to practice medicine in British Columbia is preferred 

• Master’s Degree or PhD in a field related to health or education 

• Knowledge of accreditation standards and guidelines for postgraduate medical education 

*Credentials verification will be required.

Please apply with the following documents through the online application system: http://apply.interfolio.com/159331  

• Curriculum vitae

• Cover Letter – stating interest and accomplishments

• Names and contact details of three (3) references

SFU encourages applications from all qualified candidates; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. 

Applications received by January 1, 2024 end of day will be given full consideration. Screening of applications will commence on January 2, 2024 but will remain open until the position is filled.

Simon Fraser University is an institution whose strength is based on our shared commitments to diversity, equity and inclusion. Diversity is an underlying principle of our Strategic Vision, which pledges SFU to “foster a culture of inclusion and mutual respect, celebrating the diversity reflected among its students, faculty, staff and our community.” SFU is committed to ensuring no individual is denied access to employment opportunities for reasons unrelated to ability or qualifications. Consistent with this principle, SFU will advance the interests of underrepresented members of the work force, including Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, racialized persons and women; embrace gender and sexual diversity; ensure that equal opportunity is afforded to all who seek employment at the University; and treat all employees equitably. Candidates that belong to underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply.

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