Faculty Curriculum and Undergraduate Accreditation Lead

Purpose:

The Faculty Curriculum Undergraduate Accreditation Lead (FCUAL) serves in this capacity for the York University School of Medicine.

Reporting to the Dean of Record for the School of Medicine, the role serves as a key leader in the strategic planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) Program. This role leads the development of a transformational curriculum that creates continuity with persons and communities across different care settings and leverages clinical training in interprofessional teams with nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, counselors, social workers and other healthcare professionals. The role builds and leads a team to develop undergraduate medical education, curriculum and the policies related to undergraduate medical education.

As recommended by the Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada (AFMC), this role coordinates the accreditation process for the School of Medicine's UGME program, following the guidelines published by the Committee on the Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS). The role acts as the key point person on CACMS accreditation for the School of Medicine.

The role is responsible for the ongoing monitoring of the Data Collection Instrument (DCI) and Medical School Self-Survey (MSS) completion and connects with responsible partners for certain standard and element completion. The role maintains checklists for each element under the 12 standards, organizes the mock accreditation review, follows up on gaps identified through the mock accreditation and prepares for the preliminary CACMS accreditation.

The role works collaboratively with the Dean of Record and others to recommend external reviewers for the Accreditation process and co-chairs. The role serves as a member of various established committees, to address accreditation standards and elements.

The role demonstrates a commitment to promoting decolonization, diversity, equity, and inclusion in medical education and fostering a culture of excellence, professionalism, and lifelong learning.

Job Responsibilities :

• Serves as the primary ambassador and provides medical leadership for the UGME program and CACMS accreditation at the YUSoM.

• Advises the Institutional Lead, YUSoM regarding administrative staff required to manage the undergraduate medical education program.

• Participates in the hiring process of administrative staff and faculty members who are involved in leadership roles related to the UGME program.

• Provides leadership and guidance to the work of Advisors and Faculty Leads in the areas of Curriculum and Operations, Assessment, Interprofessional Education, and Student Affairs.

• Works with Accreditation Committee Project Implementation Manager to lead mock and preliminary accreditation processes in alignment with accreditation standards and elements. Advises YUSoM team on recommended actions for all elements.

• Serves as co-chair of several key committees responsible for UGME including: the; Transitional Curriculum Committee; Community Network Advisory Committee; and the Student Affairs Committee. To be a member of the following committees: the Student Admissions Committee and the Accreditation Steering Committee. To be a member of the following committees: Assessment Committee; the Interprofessional Education Committee; the Student Advisory Committee; Black Health Advisory Committee; Disabilities Advisory Committee; Indigenous Health Advisory Committee; and the Faculty Development Committee in accordance with the terms of reference.

• Provides regular written reports to the IDean of Record, School of Medicine on accreditation status compliance with standards and recommended actions, highlighting high risk and priority areas.

• Distributes standards and elements to the appropriate owners for the Data-Collection Instrument (DCI) and the Medical Self Study (MSS).

• Conducts a systematic review of all standards and elements including critical self-assessment. Appraises the extent to which the YUSoM satisfies the requirements of each standard and element.

• Recruits external reviewers as needed to conduct site visits.

• Ensures the DCI and MSS are completed and approved internally prior to CACMS in accordance with pre-established timelines.

• Holds preparatory meetings with appropriate groups prior to site visits.

• Follows up on outcomes (e.g. status reports) from mock and official site visits.

• Ensures alignment with standards set out by the York University Quality Assurance Board (YUQAB) in all curriculum and accreditation activities.

Qualifications

Minimum Education, Training & Credentials

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) Degree.

• Current license in good standing to practice medicine with the relevant provincial or territorial medical regulatory authority (e.g., the College of Physicians and Surgeons in their respective jurisdiction).

• Eligible to hold an academic appointment at an accredited medical school

• Please note: This position requires verification of required degrees, training and credentials.

Minimum Experience

• 6 years related experience in medicine.

• 4 years of medical leadership experience in an educational setting and/or healthcare setting.

• Experience as a leader in a medical education program.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of medical education, pedagogy, medical curriculum and clinical teaching techniques.

• Knowledge of the theory and practice of curricular design, delivery evaluation, including student assessments, faculty evaluations, and program evaluation activities. Knowledge of the implementation & monitoring of competency-based medical education (CanMEDS Model), case-based learning and interprofessional education.

• Familiarity with three-year medical curriculum models.

• Knowledge of policy development related to undergraduate medical education.

• Knowledge in the principles and practices to deliver DEDI in medicine and medical education

Skills

• Effective partnership building and relationship management skills.

• Effective organizational and administrative skills.

• Effective communication skills.

• Ability to negotiate and resolve conflict effectively.

• Ability to work in collaborative in-person and virtual teams.

• Ability to meet pressured and tight deadlines and outcomes.

Compensation

Hiring Salary Range:$126,000 - $156,000 (FTE annual)

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