Who We Are

Simon Fraser University is a leading research university, advancing an inclusive and sustainable future. Our purpose – the essence of SFU – is to create and connect knowledge, learning and community for deeper understanding and meaningful impact. We are committed to fostering excellence, innovation, belonging and community in all that we do.

Help build B.C.’s new medical school from the ground up!

At Simon Fraser University's School of Medicine, we envision a medical education system where students and residents learn as part of a team in primary care and other community-level settings, in patient-centred environments, and with a curriculum that considers social, environmental and prevention contexts. As we establish the school in Surrey, B.C., our growing relationships with the local community, Fraser Health Authority, First Nations Health Authority, physicians and Indigenous partners will help us to meet the diverse health needs of the communities we serve and improve access to primary care throughout the province.  We seek to advance reconciliation by embedding and equalizing Indigenous knowledge systems in our learning, research and practices while resting on a solid foundation of high-quality, accredited education and world-class research efforts that keep us oriented towards measurable socially accountable outcomes.

About the Role

The Senior Director, Medical Education Operations is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of the Education Operations portfolio for the newly established School of Medicine. The role provides strategic direction over the establishment, integration and effective delivery of Curriculum, Assessment & Academic Success, CQI & Evaluation, and Learner Affairs to ensure learners receive high-quality medical education and outstanding learner experience. As the newest member of the leadership team, the Senior Director will work alongside executives and senior leaders to set and advance the School of Medicine’s vision, mandates and strategic priorities.

The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking, strategic and innovative leader with a passion for operational excellence. They have a successful and extensive track record in the post-secondary education environment leading multidisciplinary teams within the area of education operations. To that end, they possess a unique skill for translating high-level, overarching missions into actionable and operational strategies, and mobilizing people and resources in order to achieve objectives. They are a natural collaborator, maintaining effective partnerships and pursuing new connections with shared interests and goals.

Full Job Description 

Qualifications

Master’s degree in Science, Business Administration, or Education, or a related discipline with 10 years of relevant senior management experience in higher education or medical education administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

● Extensive knowledge of higher education administration
● Extensive knowledge of educational theories, practices, and curriculum development
● Extensive knowledge of medical education standards, accreditation processes, and best practices
● Knowledge of clinical training requirements and competency-based medical education
● Knowledge of healthcare regulations and policies affecting medical education

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer continuing employees who belong in the Administrative Professional Excluded Staff group (APEX):

• 4 weeks’ vacation (prorated for the first year)*
• Hybrid-work program for eligible positions
• Employer paid defined benefit pension plan
• On-campus tuition waiver for employees and their immediate family members*
• Off-campus tuition reimbursements and professional development funds*
• And more! View our benefits brochure

*Prorated for part-time employees

Additional Information

The pay range is the span between the minimum and maximum base salary for the position. The midpoint of the range is approximately halfway between the minimum and the maximum and represents an employee that possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience for the position. In the normal course, employees will be hired, transferred or promoted between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the university.

We are committed to ensuring that the application and interview process is accessible to all applicants. If you require any assistance or accommodations, please contact pei_reception@sfu.ca.