Chair of Clinical Medicine

Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is seeking experienced, motivated, and dedicated leaders and educators to participate in the design and delivery of an innovative four-year medical school curriculum that engages medical students in active and novel learning.

Job Description:

Job Title: Chair of Clinical Medicine

Reports to: Dean of the School of Medicine

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Location: Bentonville, Arkansas (On-site)

Who We Are

Founded in 2021, Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is a nonprofit, four-year MD program that will enhance traditional medical education with the arts, humanities, and whole health principles. The school’s culture embraces self-care to empower students to care for their own well-being as well as their patients’. The school’s state-of-the-art medical education facility is under construction in Bentonville, Arkansas on the Crystal Bridges campus, home to Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art and Heartland Whole Health Institute. The school has been granted preliminary accreditation status by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education.

About The Position

Reporting directly to the Dean, the Chair of Clinical Medicine provides leadership and administrative oversight for the Department of Clinical Medicine. This pivotal role is responsible for fostering excellence in clinical medical education, scholarship, and patient care. As a key member of the school's leadership team, the Chair of Clinical Medicine champions a culture of professionalism, ethical conduct, and commitment to student success.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develops and implements a strategic plan for the Department of Clinical Medicine that aligns with AWSOM’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.
• Fosters a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and collaboration within the department and across AWSOM.
• Represents the Department of Clinical Medicine within AWSOM and to external stakeholders.
• Oversees the administrative, academic, and fiscal operations of the Department of Clinical Medicine
• Develops and implements policies and procedures that support the efficient and effective functioning of the department.
• Works collaboratively with the Associate Dean for Accreditation and Institutional Effectiveness to comply with all relevant accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and institutional policies.
• Leads the recruitment, retention, and development of a highly qualified clinical faculty.
• Conducts regular faculty evaluations and promotes faculty development in teaching, research, clinical practice, and leadership.
• Collaborates with the Office of Faculty Affairs to support appointments, promotions, and tenure processes in accordance with institutional guidelines.
• Collaborates with the Chair of Medical Education to integrate pre-clinical and clinical learning experiences.
• Collaborates with the Senior Associate Dean for UME to support residency match success.
• Develops and maintains strong relationships with affiliated hospitals, clinics, and other clinical training sites.
• Fosters a vibrant and productive clinical research environment within the department.
  
  

Qualifications And Requirements

• Medical Doctor (MD)
• Active Board certification in a clinical specialty.
• A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience working in an academic institution or equivalent experience in medical education.
• Demonstrated progressive leadership experience in an academic medical center or equivalent setting.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaborative skills.
• Proven ability to mentor and develop faculty.
• Experience in strategic planning, budget management, and administrative oversight.
• Understanding of the current trends and challenges in medical education and healthcare delivery.
• Eligibility for medical licensure in the State of Arkansas.
  
  

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

Physical Demands: In the work environment described, the position requires utilizing a computer and a telephone for prolonged periods of time and good eye/hand coordination, verbal and written communication with others, bending and stretching for filing, and physical stamina to lift and transport a minimum of 10 pounds. Visual acuity to review written materials is required for this job. Additionally, this position requires meeting the public and the organization in a professional and courteous manner.

Work Environment: Work is performed full-time (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.) in a professional, climate-controlled office environment with standard office equipment, including computers, printers, and telephones. The noise level is typically low to moderate. Flexibility in working hours, including weekends and evenings, may be necessary to support operational needs.

Alice L. Walton School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States.