Director of COM Performance Excellence

American Association of Colleges of Osteopathic Medicine (AACOM)

. Build and lead a national accreditation excellence and quality improvement program for colleges of osteopathic medicine .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeRemote • Maryland • United StatesLead💰 $140,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in accreditation processes, quality improvement methodologies, and research design within the context of medical education. Proficient in developing and implementing accreditation programs, compliance strategies, and professional development initiatives for diverse audiences.

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Accreditation Standards ExpertiseQuality Improvement MethodologiesResearch Design and AnalysisProject Management SkillsProfessional Development Program Design

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Hard Skills

Accreditation Life CycleQuantitative AnalysisQualitative AnalysisProgram AssessmentData VisualizationScholarly WritingCompliance StrategiesEvidence DocumentationAssessment PlanningSelf-Study Preparation

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCollaborative ApproachAbility to Translate Complex InformationFacilitation SkillsRelationship Building

Tools & Technologies

Data Analysis ToolsSurvey PlatformsDashboard DevelopmentAI Applications in Education

Certifications & Qualifications

Master's Degree in EducationTerminal Professional Degree (Ph.D., Ed.D., D.O., M.D.)

Industry Keywords

Medical EducationAccreditationInstitutional EffectivenessHealth Professions EducationCOCALCMECHEAU.S. Department of Education

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build and lead a national accreditation excellence and quality improvement program for colleges of osteopathic medicine
Serve as AACOM's principal subject matter expert on current and evolving COCA accreditation standards and the accreditation life cycle
Help member COMs prepare for initial accreditation, comprehensive site visits, self-studies, mid-cycle reviews, focused visits, and accreditation decisions
Provide guidance on standards interpretation, compliance strategies, evidence documentation, assessment planning, self-study preparation, and accreditation readiness
Review draft self-study documents and evidence portfolios and provide individualized consultation
Lead quality improvement and improvement science initiatives focused on continuous performance enhancement
Design, implement, and evaluate programs, frameworks, rubrics, and self-assessment instruments
Connect accreditation improvement with strategic planning, outcomes assessment, and data-informed decision-making
Design and conduct original research on accreditation processes, outcomes, and trends
Analyze public accreditation data and study self-study reports and site-visit outcomes
Develop and maintain dashboards, analytical tools, and longitudinal data assets for benchmarking
Produce research reports, white papers, briefs, and peer-reviewed publications
Create accreditation toolkits, templates, exemplars, workshops, webinars, training programs, and professional development opportunities
Coordinate peer-learning networks and communities of practice
Explore and pilot AI-assisted accreditation document analysis and simulation-based self-study preparation
Establish cross-institutional quality improvement collaboratives and evaluate new approaches
Represent AACOM in national forums, conferences, and working groups
Monitor national and international accreditation policy developments and assess their implications
Build relationships with COCA leadership, institutional accreditors, and other stakeholders
Develop position papers, comment letters, policy recommendations, scholarly publications, and related materials
Present research findings and program outcomes at national conferences
Collaborate with AACOM's communications team
Report to the Senior Vice President, Research, Learning and Innovation
Supervise volunteer member faculty and staff and may oversee consultants or temporary staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

A master's degree in education, health professions education, higher education administration, improvement science, or a closely related field, such as an M.S.Ed., M.Ed., M.S., or equivalent
A terminal professional degree, such as a Ph.D., Ed.D., D.O., or M.D., accompanied by substantial scholarly activity in medical education will also be considered
At least five years of progressively responsible experience in medical education, accreditation, institutional effectiveness, or quality improvement within a higher education or health professions setting
Ability to develop deep expertise in the COCA New and Continuing Accreditation Standards and the accreditation life cycle for colleges of osteopathic medicine
Research design, quantitative and qualitative analysis, and scholarly writing skills, supported by a demonstrated record of peer-reviewed publication
Expertise in institutional effectiveness, program assessment, and/or improvement science methodologies
Familiarity with the broader health professions education accreditation landscape, including LCME, CHEA, and U.S. Department of Education requirements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to translate complex regulatory and research information into clear, actionable guidance for diverse audiences
Demonstrated ability to design and facilitate professional development programs, workshops, and training for adult learners
Proficiency with data analysis tools and survey platforms
Strong project-management skills and the ability to manage multiple concurrent initiatives and deliver results on deadline
A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively across departments and with member institutions and external stakeholders
Direct experience with COCA or LCME accreditation processes preferred
Experience with data visualization and dashboard development preferred
Familiarity with AI applications in education and institutional research preferred
Ability to travel stateside 20%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus program
403(b) with generous employer contribution
Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-provided life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability plans
Flexible Spending Account
12 annual company-paid holidays
Vacation & sick leave benefits
Professional development opportunities
Remote work arrangement