Union/Affiliation:

Administrative Professional Excluded Staff

Pay range:

$128,364 to $176,890 annually

SFU Department Descr:

School of Medicine - Office of the Dean

Position Grade:

16

# of openings:

1

Biweekly Hours:

72

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.

In the School of Medicine, we are committed to shaping the future of healthcare through innovative education, groundbreaking research, and community engagement. As we embark on this journey to redefine medical education, we are seeking passionate individuals who are eager to contribute to our mission.

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

About the Role

The Senior Director,



Dean's Office is a strategic leadership role responsible for developing and strengthening the operational infrastructure that supports the Stephens Family School of Medicine's academic mission and future growth. Reporting to the Executive Director, the incumbent will transform strategic priorities, accreditation standards, and governance decisions into effective operational systems, processes, and partnerships that enable excellence in medical education, research, and administration. As a member of the School's senior leadership team, the successful candidate will lead key initiatives focused on operational integration, accreditation preparedness, organizational scaling, financial stewardship, and workforce planning. The role will also oversee the implementation of Indigenous Health Stewardship initiatives, foster collaborative partnerships with health authorities, government agencies, and community organizations, and champion continuous improvement efforts that advance the School's commitments to innovation, reconciliation, and exceptional learner experiences.

The ideal candidate is an experienced and forward-thinking leader with a proven ability to lead complex operations in healthcare, higher education, or other large institutional settings. They bring strong expertise in strategic planning, financial and operational management, accreditation, and organizational governance. The successful candidate excels at building cooperative relationships, leading organizational change, and translating strategic priorities into effective operational frameworks. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills are essential, along with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive continuous improvement. A demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, reconciliation, and culturally safe leadership practices is critical to success in this role.

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📌 Senior Director, Dean’s Office (Canada)
🏢 Simon Fraser University
📍 Canada