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Director of Medical Education
The College of Osteopathic Medicine at Xavier University (XUCOM), a Catholic University in the Jesuit tradition, invites applications for a 12-month position beginning in the late summer/early fall 2026. The Director of Medical Education oversees the Department of Medical Education, supervising the Medical Education Specialists and coordinating all elements related to the department in serving the medical student curriculum as well as the Master of Arts in Biomedical Science curriculum. This position supports faculty classroom instruction and testing including the compiling and formatting all classroom exams, administering and grading exams, maintaining and calculating grades, posting of all teaching materials to Canvas courses, and administering class assessments. This position works closely with the Associate Dean for Curricular Assessment and Quality, other Biomedical & Clinical Division Chairs and the Associate Dean of Faculty and Medical Programs. This position reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.
XUCOM is the first osteopathic medical school at a Jesuit Catholic University. To fulfill its mission, XUCOM will integrate Jesuit Catholic traditions and values with Osteopathic Principles and Practice; our mission is infused in all that we do. Xavier is an EOE.
Job Responsibilities
To ensure consideration for this position, please submit a letter of application, CV, and name, address and phone number of three references on Xavier University’s website.
Review of applications will start on August 31, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.
Candidates selected for the final stages of the interview process will be asked to provide the names and contact information of three professional references.
Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati, which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many interests.
Benefits - Applies Only To Full-time Positions
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class:
Director of Medical Education
The College of Osteopathic Medicine at Xavier University (XUCOM), a Catholic University in the Jesuit tradition, invites applications for a 12-month position beginning in the late summer/early fall 2026. The Director of Medical Education oversees the Department of Medical Education, supervising the Medical Education Specialists and coordinating all elements related to the department in serving the medical student curriculum as well as the Master of Arts in Biomedical Science curriculum. This position supports faculty classroom instruction and testing including the compiling and formatting all classroom exams, administering and grading exams, maintaining and calculating grades, posting of all teaching materials to Canvas courses, and administering class assessments. This position works closely with the Associate Dean for Curricular Assessment and Quality, other Biomedical & Clinical Division Chairs and the Associate Dean of Faculty and Medical Programs. This position reports to the Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.
XUCOM is the first osteopathic medical school at a Jesuit Catholic University. To fulfill its mission, XUCOM will integrate Jesuit Catholic traditions and values with Osteopathic Principles and Practice; our mission is infused in all that we do. Xavier is an EOE.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead / manage a team of Medical Education Specialists and ensure delivery and assessment of the curriculum is occurring successfully via Canvas and ExamSoft.
- Experience with medical student approval, registration, review, and management of COMLEX, COMSAE, and COMAT testing.
- Manage information collection and flow for learning management system (Canvas) data and assessment management systems.
- Monitor data entry and ground level assessment information and processing of data for the Associate Deans.
- Collaborates with XUCOM’s leadership to ensure COCA and HLC program accreditation compliance.
- Master’s Degree in Education or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in medical education with progressive responsibility contributing to successful delivery and assessment of the curriculum is preferred.
- Experience with delivering self-assessment exams from the NBOME or NBME as well as delivering in-house examinations using ExamSoft is desirable.
- Excellent writing and analytical skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, with aptitude to learn new software and systems
To ensure consideration for this position, please submit a letter of application, CV, and name, address and phone number of three references on Xavier University’s website.
Review of applications will start on August 31, 2026. Applications will be accepted until the position closes at the University’s discretion.
Candidates selected for the final stages of the interview process will be asked to provide the names and contact information of three professional references.
Xavier University is part of the 500-year-old Jesuit Catholic tradition of academic excellence in the liberal arts. Guided by our mission and values, we welcome and support members from diverse backgrounds and life experiences. We unreservedly commit to open and free inquiry, deliberately seek out multiple perspectives, and create a campus where everyone feels a sense of belonging. Our campus is located in the vibrant and thriving city of Cincinnati, which has an array of neighborhoods and activities to suit many interests.
Benefits - Applies Only To Full-time Positions
Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class:
- Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage.
- Tax advantaged accounts including health savings accounts, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
- Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
- Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave and holidays.
- Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.