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Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary: Chief Academic Officer (CAO) & Designated Institutional Official (DIO) is responsible for advancing Memorial Healthcare System's Graduate Medical Education (GME) program academic mission while maintaining institutional accountability for the quality, integrity and accreditation of GME.
Responsibilities:
- Provide oversight of Continuing Medical Education, Undergraduate Medical Education and Medical Library Services.
- Set a systemwide academic and GME strategy aligned with clinical excellence, patient safety, community health needs, physician workforce development and responsible program growth.
- Serve as DIO for the ACGME Sponsoring Institution, with executive oversight of institutional requirements, the Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC), program accreditation, educational quality and continuous improvement.
- Partner with hospital and medical staff leaders, program directors, faculty and academic affiliates to strengthen training environments, educational outcomes and scholarly activity.
- Lead a high-performing academic affairs organization, including GME administration, faculty and program support, and cross-functional relationships with clinical operations, finance, HR and compliance.
- Oversee educational resources, operating priorities and financial stewardship, including GME funding considerations, while supporting a positive resident and fellow experience and well-being.
- Evaluate opportunities to develop or expand training programs that address regional physician and specialist workforce needs.
Competencies:
- Achieve Quality & Excellence
- Executive Decision-Making
- Leadership Courage
- Leading Change
- Strategic Alignment
Education And Certification Requirements:
- Medical Doctor
- Medical Doctor License (ME LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
- Osteopathic Physician License (OS LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
Qualifications
- Medical Doctor or DO Required
- Ten (10) years of clinical experience Required
- Extensive DIO/CAO senior leadership experience in graduate medical education Required
- Candidates should demonstrate command of ACGME institutional and program requirements, proven partnership with clinical and operational executives, sound financial judgment, and a record of developing faculty, program directors and trainees. Experience in a complex, multi-hospital teaching system, particularly a community-based or public healthcare environment is required. Must possess a sound understanding of GME revenue, especially in the context of hospital rural reclassification and cap building. Understanding of legal and compliance issues as related to GME. Ability to work effectively with Legal, HR, and Finance Departments. Required
- This job requires credentialing Required
- Medical Doctor License (ME LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL) Required
- Osteopathic Physician License (OS LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL) Required
Complexity of Work:
- Candidates should demonstrate command of ACGME institutional and program requirements, proven partnership with clinical and operational executives, sound financial judgment, and a record of developing faculty, program directors and trainees. Experience in a complex, multi-hospital teaching system, particularly a community-based or public healthcare environment is required. Must possess a sound understanding of GME revenue, especially in the context of hospital rural reclassification and cap building. Understanding of legal and compliance issues as related to GME. Ability to work effectively with Legal, HR, and Finance Departments.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements:
- Bending and Stooping = 0%
- Climbing = 0%
- Keyboard Entry = 60%
- Kneeling = 0%
- Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Reaching = 40%
- Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
- Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 0%
- Running = 0%
- Sitting = 60%
- Squatting = 0%
- Standing = 40%
- Walking = 40%
- Audible Speech = 60%
- Hearing Acuity = 60%
- Smelling Acuity = 0%
- Taste Discrimination = 0%
- Depth Perception = 60%
- Distinguish Color = 60%
- Seeing - Far = 0%
- Seeing - Near = 0%
- Bio hazardous Waste = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 0%
- Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0%
- Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0%
- Asbestos = 0%
- Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
- Dust = 0%
- Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
- Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
- Hazardous Medication = 0%
- Latex = 0%
- Computer Monitor = 60%
- Domestic Animals = 0%
- Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
- Fire Risk = 0%
- Hazardous Noise = 0%
- Heating Devices = 0%
- Hypoxia = 0%
- Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
- Magnetic Fields = 0%
- Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
- Needles/Sharp Objects = 0%
- Potential Electric Shock = 0%
- Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
- Radiation = 0%
- Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
- Unprotected Heights = 0%
- Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 0%
Shift: Days
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process. Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email MemorialTalent@mhs.net
Location: Fort Lauderdale, Florida
At Memorial, we are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and, most of all, quality of life for the people entrusted to our care. An unwavering commitment to our service vision is what makes the difference. It is the foundation of The Memorial Experience.
Summary: Chief Academic Officer (CAO) & Designated Institutional Official (DIO) is responsible for advancing Memorial Healthcare System's Graduate Medical Education (GME) program academic mission while maintaining institutional accountability for the quality, integrity and accreditation of GME.
Responsibilities:
- Provide oversight of Continuing Medical Education, Undergraduate Medical Education and Medical Library Services.
- Set a systemwide academic and GME strategy aligned with clinical excellence, patient safety, community health needs, physician workforce development and responsible program growth.
- Serve as DIO for the ACGME Sponsoring Institution, with executive oversight of institutional requirements, the Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC), program accreditation, educational quality and continuous improvement.
- Partner with hospital and medical staff leaders, program directors, faculty and academic affiliates to strengthen training environments, educational outcomes and scholarly activity.
- Lead a high-performing academic affairs organization, including GME administration, faculty and program support, and cross-functional relationships with clinical operations, finance, HR and compliance.
- Oversee educational resources, operating priorities and financial stewardship, including GME funding considerations, while supporting a positive resident and fellow experience and well-being.
- Evaluate opportunities to develop or expand training programs that address regional physician and specialist workforce needs.
Competencies:
- Achieve Quality & Excellence
- Executive Decision-Making
- Leadership Courage
- Leading Change
- Strategic Alignment
Education And Certification Requirements:
- Medical Doctor
- Medical Doctor License (ME LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
- Osteopathic Physician License (OS LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)
Qualifications
- Medical Doctor or DO Required
- Ten (10) years of clinical experience Required
- Extensive DIO/CAO senior leadership experience in graduate medical education Required
- Candidates should demonstrate command of ACGME institutional and program requirements, proven partnership with clinical and operational executives, sound financial judgment, and a record of developing faculty, program directors and trainees. Experience in a complex, multi-hospital teaching system, particularly a community-based or public healthcare environment is required. Must possess a sound understanding of GME revenue, especially in the context of hospital rural reclassification and cap building. Understanding of legal and compliance issues as related to GME. Ability to work effectively with Legal, HR, and Finance Departments. Required
- This job requires credentialing Required
- Medical Doctor License (ME LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL) Required
- Osteopathic Physician License (OS LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL) Required
Complexity of Work:
- Candidates should demonstrate command of ACGME institutional and program requirements, proven partnership with clinical and operational executives, sound financial judgment, and a record of developing faculty, program directors and trainees. Experience in a complex, multi-hospital teaching system, particularly a community-based or public healthcare environment is required. Must possess a sound understanding of GME revenue, especially in the context of hospital rural reclassification and cap building. Understanding of legal and compliance issues as related to GME. Ability to work effectively with Legal, HR, and Finance Departments.
Working Conditions And Physical Requirements:
- Bending and Stooping = 0%
- Climbing = 0%
- Keyboard Entry = 60%
- Kneeling = 0%
- Lifting/Carrying Patients 35 Pounds or Greater = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Lifting or Carrying 2501 lbs - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Lifting or Carrying > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling 0 - 25 lbs Non-Patient = 40%
- Pushing or Pulling 26 - 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Pushing or Pulling > 75 lbs Non-Patient = 0%
- Reaching = 40%
- Repetitive Movement Foot/Leg = 0%
- Repetitive Movement Hand/Arm = 0%
- Running = 0%
- Sitting = 60%
- Squatting = 0%
- Standing = 40%
- Walking = 40%
- Audible Speech = 60%
- Hearing Acuity = 60%
- Smelling Acuity = 0%
- Taste Discrimination = 0%
- Depth Perception = 60%
- Distinguish Color = 60%
- Seeing - Far = 0%
- Seeing - Near = 0%
- Bio hazardous Waste = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Respiratory = 0%
- Biological Hazards - Skin or Ingestion = 0%
- Blood and/or Bodily Fluids = 0%
- Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens = 0%
- Asbestos = 0%
- Cytotoxic Chemicals = 0%
- Dust = 0%
- Gas/Vapors/Fumes = 0%
- Hazardous Chemicals = 0%
- Hazardous Medication = 0%
- Latex = 0%
- Computer Monitor = 60%
- Domestic Animals = 0%
- Extreme Heat/Cold = 0%
- Fire Risk = 0%
- Hazardous Noise = 0%
- Heating Devices = 0%
- Hypoxia = 0%
- Laser/High Intensity Lights = 0%
- Magnetic Fields = 0%
- Moving Mechanical Parts = 0%
- Needles/Sharp Objects = 0%
- Potential Electric Shock = 0%
- Potential for Physical Assault = 0%
- Radiation = 0%
- Sudden Decompression During Flights = 0%
- Unprotected Heights = 0%
- Wet or Slippery Surfaces = 0%
Shift: Days
Disclaimer: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. Wages shown on independent job boards reflect market averages, not specific to any employer. We encourage candidates to talk to their Memorial Healthcare System recruiter to discuss actual pay rates, during the hiring process. Memorial Healthcare System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. Memorial Healthcare System recruits, hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any factor prohibited by law. We are proud to offer Veteran’s Preference to former military, reservists and military spouses (including widows and widowers). You must indicate your status on your application to take advantage of this program. Employment is subject to post offer, pre-placement assessment, including drug testing. If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please call 954-276-8340 (M-F, 8am-5pm) or email MemorialTalent@mhs.net
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Senior Level Vice President Academic Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level vice president academic job?
Candidates who land these roles typically bring deep experience leading academic units, shaping curriculum or accreditation strategy, and managing cross-functional teams. Hiring committees look for a demonstrated record of institutional impact, comfort working at the cabinet or executive level, and the ability to build faculty and staff capacity. A doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant field is expected at most institutions.
Which companies hire senior level vice president academics?
Companies hiring senior level vice president academics right now include Suny Adirondack, Carleton College, and Rutgers University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hiring at this level comes primarily from universities, college systems, and education-focused organizations that need senior academic leadership to oversee programs, accreditation, and institutional planning.
Are there remote senior level vice president academic jobs?
Yes, though many institutions prefer on-site presence given the collaborative and governance-intensive nature of these roles. About 0% of senior level vice president academic openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements being more common at larger systems that cover multiple campuses or operate professional and continuing education programs.
What makes a vice president academic role senior level?
Senior level vice president academic roles carry institution-wide accountability rather than departmental oversight. They involve setting academic policy, owning accreditation outcomes, leading deans or directors, and reporting directly to a president or provost. The distinction from mid-level roles lies in the scope of strategic authority, the size of the team or budget under management, and the expectation of guiding others rather than executing day-to-day operations.
Which industries hire the most senior level vice president academics?
Senior Level vice president academic roles concentrate in Education, Agriculture & Farming, and Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors invest heavily in academic leadership because they operate accredited programs, faculty governance structures, or large-scale professional development initiatives that require sustained executive oversight.