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INTRODUCTION
The Regional Faculty Director of Curriculum and Assessment (Regional Faculty Director) provides leadership and subject matter expertise to facilitate local implementation of the MD program curriculum and evaluation of program effectiveness at the SURMC. Part of a growing SURMC team, the Regional Faculty Director reports to the SURMC Associate Dean and is integrated into the SFESOM curriculum infrastructure led by Associate and Assistant Deans of Curriculum, the Assistant Dean of Education Quality Improvement, Evaluation, and Research (EQIER), and Phase and Course Directors at the Salt Lake campus. Bringing essential local context and perspective, the Regional Faculty Director is responsible for regional campus representation and participation in centralized governance for the MD program, helping to ensure comparable content and learning opportunities, equivalent methods of assessment, and student outcomes at the SURMC.
Essential Functions
- Collaborates with the Associate Dean of SURMC, Associate and Assistant Deans of Curriculum, and other relevant faculty to ensure regional campus curriculum comparability at the SURMC.
- Collaborates with faculty and staff across campuses on accreditation efforts related to the curriculum, contributing to data collection and documentation with a regional campus perspective.
- Collaborates to provide a seamless experience for students and preceptors within the Intermountain Health delivery system, interfacing with Intermountain employed and contracted medical educators and administration in Southern Utah and the Intermountain West.
- Collaborates with faculty and staff across campuses to ensure equivalent methods of assessment for core education program objectives.
- Collaborates with curriculum leaders and the RMS program on the design, development, and assessment of any parallel curriculum educational program objective(s).
- Participates in Education Program & Policy Committee (EPPC) subcommittees, bringing regional campus perspective, comparability concerns, and governance issues on curricular, evaluation, and assessment matters.
- Implements any SURMC relevant action items in response to EPPC’s evaluation of courses, evaluation of phases, evaluation of the curriculum as a whole, and comparability reviews.
- Assumes other related responsibilities as needed.
Qualifications
MD/DO in a related field in an academic discipline pertinent to health sciences, or education/evaluation.
At least five years of relevant experience working on aspects of curriculum design and implementation, program evaluation, and student assessment.
Academic credentials that would support an appointment to an Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor at the SFESOM.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated administrative and leadership experience in an academic institution.
- Demonstrated experience leading a team and directing complex projects.
- Demonstrated experience in student assessment design and best practices.
- Demonstrated evidence of effectiveness in curriculum design.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit an abbreviated curriculum vitae highlighting experience relevant to the position (3 pages or less), cover letter (1 page or less), and names and contact information of three professional references. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Please contact Dr. Michelle Hofmann for additional information or questions.
All applications must be submitted online at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/210928
Inquiries may be directed to:
Michelle Hofmann, MD, MPH, MHCDS
Senior Associate Dean Rural, Underserved, and Regional Medical Education
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah
michelle.hofmann@hsc.utah.edu
The University of Utah Health (U of U Health) is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. The U of U Health values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, acceptance, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to our mission.
EEO/Non-Discrimination Information
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education.
Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
Consistent with state and federal law, the University of Utah does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number, can be located at https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.
Online reports may be submitted at https://oeo.utah.edu.
Notice
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Interested candidates should submit an abbreviated curriculum vitae highlighting experience relevant to the position (3 pages or less), cover letter (1 page or less), and names and contact information of three professional references. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Please contact Dr. Michelle Hofmann for additional information or questions.
All applications must be submitted online at: https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/210928
Inquiries may be directed to:
Michelle Hofmann, MD, MPH, MHCDS
Senior Associate Dean Rural, Underserved, and Regional Medical Education
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah
michelle.hofmann@hsc.utah.edu
Open Date 10/15/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Requisition Number PRN04154F
Type Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- One measure of faculty diversity at the School of Medicine is the proportion of faculty members who come from a rural background. Did you graduate high school from a town with less than 10,000 persons?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- List of References
Optional Documents
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Description for More Information – Appropriate discharge document (such as DD-2214) – Veteran Only
- Historical Only – Do Not Use – See Document Description for More Information – Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only
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Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
U.S. hiring managers may not recognize Australian qualifications by name. Frame your Bachelor of Education or Graduate Diploma explicitly as equivalent to a U.S. bachelor's degree, and clarify your curriculum frameworks experience in terms of U.S. Common Core or state standards.
Target districts and edtech companies with prior E-3 history
Search DOL's Foreign Labor Application Gateway for certified Labor Condition Applications under Standard Occupational Classification 25-9031. Employers who have filed LCAs before understand the process and won't need convincing that E-3 visa sponsorship is straightforward.
Frame your specialty occupation case before the offer stage
Curriculum Specialist roles must meet the specialty occupation definition, meaning the position requires a specific degree field, not just any bachelor's. Confirm with your prospective employer that the job description explicitly states an education or instructional design degree requirement.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to manage your LCA and visa paperwork
Your employer files the LCA with DOL before you can apply for the visa. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the LCA submission, DS-160, and consulate preparation end-to-end, so neither you nor your employer needs to navigate federal portals independently.
Time your consulate appointment around school hiring cycles
Most curriculum roles are hired in spring for fall start dates. Build in at least six to eight weeks for LCA certification and consulate scheduling after you receive your offer letter, so your visa is in hand before your intended start date.
Prepare a degree-to-role alignment document for your interview
USCIS scrutinizes whether your specific degree field directly supports the role. Bring a one-page summary mapping your degree coursework to your curriculum responsibilities. This strengthens your visa application and signals preparedness to skeptical hiring managers.
E-3 Visa Curriculum Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I find Curriculum Specialist jobs that offer E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Listings on the platform are filtered for employers open to E-3 candidates, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the visa. Search by role title and location to find Curriculum Specialist openings directly.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Curriculum Specialist role qualify as a specialty occupation for E-3 purposes?
Yes, provided the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as education, curriculum and instruction, or instructional design. If the job description only requires a degree in any field, the specialty occupation requirement may not be met. Ask your employer to specify the required degree field in your offer letter and the LCA filing to strengthen the case.
How does the E-3 visa compare to H-1B for Curriculum Specialist roles?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and has no lottery, no annual cap, and no limit on renewals. H-1B visa has an 85,000-slot annual cap and requires winning a random lottery. For Curriculum Specialists, this means E-3 is a far more predictable path because your visa approval depends on meeting the specialty occupation criteria, not on a random selection event.
Can I switch from one curriculum employer to another while on E-3 status?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally after changing jobs. You can begin working for the new employer once the new LCA is certified and you have documentation of the new role, but you cannot use your previous employer's LCA. Plan for a two to four week DOL processing window when timing a job change.