Office of Faculty Affairs and Development

The Office of Faculty Affairs and Development (OFAD) at Morehouse School of Medicine is dedicated to supporting the professional success and advancement of faculty across all stages of their academic careers. As a service-oriented unit, the office provides comprehensive resources and guidance to promote excellence in teaching, research, clinical service, and leadership, in alignment with the institution’s mission to advance health equity.

OFAD works collaboratively with academic departments and institutional leadership to ensure fair, consistent, and transparent processes related to faculty affairs. The office plays a central role in supporting faculty recruitment, onboarding, professional development, promotion, and retention, with an emphasis on fostering a diverse, inclusive, and high-performing academic workforce.

The office provides oversight and guidance for faculty personnel processes, including appointments, reappointments, promotion, and tenure, and assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures that support faculty success and institutional effectiveness. OFAD also serves as a resource for departments in navigating faculty-related matters and ensuring compliance with institutional standards.

In addition to administrative and policy support, OFAD promotes opportunities for faculty development through programming that enhances teaching effectiveness, scholarly productivity, leadership development, and career advancement. These efforts are designed to support faculty in achieving academic excellence while contributing to the broader goals of the institution.

Through its integrated approach to faculty support, the Office of Faculty Affairs and Development strengthens the academic environment at MSM and advances the institution’s commitment to excellence, equity, and impact in education, research, and clinical care.