Director of Clinical Curriculum

Director of Clinical Curriculum Western University of Health Sciences - 4.2 Pomona, CA Job Details Full-time $220,000 - $230,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid time off Retirement plan Qualifications Academic program development Doctor of Medicine Medicine Strategic management Student performance assessment strategies Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Overseeing educational regulatory compliance Faculty collaboration Curriculum development Strategic planning in education Data reporting Project management Instructional leadership in education Task prioritization Doctor of Osteopathy Participating in conferences Continuous quality improvement (CQI) Academic program coordination Senior level 2 years Cross-functional communication Full Job Description This is a College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific ( COMP ) Administration-level position within Western University of Health Sciences and is offered in conjunction with a faculty appointment. Together, the administrative role of Director of Clinical Curriculum ( PCN A04045) and the faculty role ( PCN F03329) comprise a full-time position (1.0 FTE ). The salary range listed in this posting represents the total compensation for the combined Administrative and Faculty responsibilities. Please refer to the corresponding job posting under our Faculty jobs section for details on the additional assignment. The Director of Clinical Curriculum for COMP is responsible for the oversight, development, implementation, and evaluation of the third- and fourth-year clinical curriculum for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) students at the Pomona campus. The position provides leadership in support of curricular quality, accreditation compliance, and student academic success, including preparation for licensure examinations. The Director works in collaboration with the Clinical Education Department, the Office of Accreditation and Educational Effectiveness, the Office of Student Affairs, and other institutional stakeholders to support student progression, identify learners in need of academic support, and implement appropriate interventions. This position contributes to the continuous quality improvement of the clinical curriculum and supports the mission and strategic goals of the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP). Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the assigned classification, with or without reasonable accommodation(s), using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Skills:

Demonstrate strong organizational, administrative, and project management skills.

Abilities:

Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in verbal, written, and electronic formats. Ability to interact collaboratively with administration, faculty, staff, and students in a diverse academic environment. Ability to work effectively across departments and multidisciplinary teams. Ability to prepare, analyze, and present professional reports, data summaries, and proposals. Ability to establish priorities, manage competing responsibilities, and implement strategic initiatives. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to academic medicine and osteopathic medical education. Ability to demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications Education:

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) or Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited institution. Completion of an accredited residency training program. Board certification in a relevant medical specialty.

Experience:

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an academic medical environment .

Preferred Qualifications Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years of experience in undergraduate or graduate medical education. Demonstrated experience in curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation. Experience with learner assessment, remediation strategies, and board examination preparation (e.g., COMLEX-USA Level 2, USMLE Step 2). Familiarity with accreditation standards and reporting processes (e.g., COCA).

Essential Job Duties Key Responsibilities Teaching and Curriculum Leadership:

Provide oversight, coordination, and strategic direction for the third- and fourth-year clinical curriculum, including the Integrative Skills for the Study of Medicine (ISSM) 6 course. Support Pomona-based educational programming, including conference weeks, and serve as partner educator for designated ISSM 5 sessions. Develop, implement, and monitor board preparation strategies for

COMLEX-USA

Level 2 and USMLE Step 2 examinations. Establish processes to identify and support learners in academic difficulty, including monitoring student progress and implementation of interventions. Collaborate with COMP-Northwest counterpart on curriculum development and alignment of learning outcomes between campuses.

Key Responsibilities Administration:

Collaborate with Clinical Education Team to prepare and submit accreditation-related documentation and reports (i.e., COCA). Contribute to curriculum evaluation, continuous quality improvement initiatives, and alignment with institutional and accreditation standards.

Key Responsibilities Service:

Participate in institutional committees, faculty governance, and college or community activities aligned with role responsibilities. Contribute to initiatives that support the mission and strategic priorities of the college and university.

Key Responsibilities Scholarly Activity and Professional Development:

Engage in scholarly activities related to medical education and/or clinical practice. Attend professional conferences and participate in educational research, presentations, or publications to maintain and enhance teaching effectiveness. Key Responsibilities Other Duties as

Assigned:

Perform additional responsibilities in support of departmental, college, and institutional needs. Posting Details Continued Work Schedule 40 hours per week. Usual business hours, Monday-Friday 8 AM -5 PM. Some evenings and weekends may be required. Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally, Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success. Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment. Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community. As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences. WesternU's core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people! Expected Pay Scale Minimum $220,000.00 Annually Maximum $230,000.00 Annually Physical Demands Physical Demands Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes If yes, list maximum weight and duration The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly asked to sit, use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop. The employee regularly lifts or moves objects, which weigh up to 10 pounds and occasionally may move or push up to 25 pounds. The special vision requirements of this job are close, distance, color and peripheral vision. The position may also require frequent travel between the campuses and to other meetings, events or sites that will augment the effectiveness of the position. Describe Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate. Posting Information Posting Number A01008 Posting Date 05/01/2026 Close Date 05/01/2027 Open Until Filled Yes Conditions of Employment - Background Check To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position. Pay Transparency Act Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. 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