Vice President for Academic Expansion and Regional Campus Development

Vice President for Academic Expansion and Regional Campus Development

Position Type: Admin/Professional
Department: Office of SVP for Academic Affairs
Full or Part Time: Full Time
Pay Grade: MN18

Summary:

Principal Functional Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of new regional campuses and academic initiatives in collaboration with health systems, higher education partners, and community organizations.
• Advance new or expanded academic programs in medicine, dentistry, anesthesia assistants, certified mental health assistants, and related health professions.
• Ensure alignment of program expansion with Ohio’s healthcare workforce needs and the University’s strategic plan.
• Support the development of complementary research programs to advance clinical innovation, interprofessional training, and community impact.

• Serve as a senior University ambassador to new partners across Ohio, cultivating strong, enduring relationships with health systems, academic institutions, and community leaders.
• Support and manage affiliation agreements, joint steering committees, and collaborative ventures to expand NEOMED’s presence and impact.
• Promote the University’s reputation as Ohio’s public graduate-level health sciences university committed to addressing workforce shortages and improving health outcomes.

• Conduct day-to-day operations required to establish and support new campuses and educational programs, including site planning, accreditation preparation, faculty support, and student services integration.
• Work closely with the Provost, deans, and senior leadership to ensure seamless academic governance, resource allocation, and alignment with institutional policies.
• Oversee compliance with relevant accreditation standards (LCME, CODA, CCNE, ARC-AA, HLC, etc.) and state/federal regulations.
• Support faculty recruitment, development, and retention efforts in alignment with program growth.

• Advance NEOMED’s mission by ensuring that expanded programs emphasize transformational leadership, health equity, and community-centered care.
• Foster inclusive academic environments that attract and support diverse student, faculty, and staff populations.
• Partner with local communities to ensure academic expansion meets regional needs and enhances population health.

Qualifications:

• Board-certified physician licensed in Ohio.
• Minimum five years of experience in undergraduate and graduate medical education leadership.
• Minimum five years of experience with healthcare or medical education accreditation compliance.
• Demonstrated excellence in communication, diplomacy, and stakeholder engagement.
• Proven ability to develop and nurture strong professional relationships with academic, healthcare, and community partners.
• Track record of advancing innovative educational or research initiatives that address workforce needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A commitment to NEOMED’s mission of training transformational leaders and improving health throughout Ohio.
• Experience leading or supporting development or support for multi-site health services or educational program delivery.
• Familiarity with Ohio’s healthcare and higher education ecosystems.
• Demonstrated success in fundraising, government relations, or community engagement in support of academic program development.
• A collaborative leadership style with the ability to work across diverse internal and external constituencies.

Physical Requirements:

Department Specific Information:
To apply, visit https://neomed.peopleadmin.com/postings/5987

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX (20 U.S.C Sec. 1681 et seq.), NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.

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