Dean for Medical Education

09-Jun-2023

Harvard Medical School

60839BR

Position Description

Harvard Medical School (HMS) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean for Medical Education (DME). Reporting to the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, the DME leads all aspects of the Program in Medical Education (PME), providing strategic vision, oversight, planning, and implementation, and ensuring the highest standards of excellence for medical education. This is an extraordinary opportunity to make impactful contributions to an institution at the forefront of medical education and play a direct role in shaping the next generation of leaders in clinical care and biomedical inquiry.

As a member of the Dean’s Leadership Council, the DME partners with colleagues across HMS, Harvard University, and HMS-affiliated hospitals to advance the school’s dedication to alleviating suffering and improving health and well-being and the PME’s mission—to prepare a diverse group of students to become the next generation of leaders in all domains of medicine and to prepare students for a commitment to lifelong learning necessary to stay abreast of the ever-expanding scope of scientific and medical knowledge. The DME models and champions the values of diversity, inclusion, and equity at the core of HMS’ mission. As the PME’s lead representative, the DME serves as a spokesperson to expand resources for the medical education mission and fosters engagement across key internal and external constituencies, including national organizations focused on advancing the study of medicine. The DME serves as chair of the Educational Policy and Curriculum Committee, the governing body of the MD program, and as HMS’ Faculty Accreditation Lead for the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME).

Each year, HMS selects 165 students from a pool of 8000+ applicants for its MD program, which comprises two curricular tracks, its signature Pathways curriculum and the Health Sciences & Technology (HST) program, an interdisciplinary curriculum focused on translational medical science and engineering. The new DME will join HMS at an exciting and pivotal time. While continuing to guide evolution of the Pathways program, the DME will have the opportunity to lead the school in the design of a new clerkship model, redesign of HST’s curriculum, design of a new healthcare leadership and transformation program, and the advancement of a “core teaching faculty” model, while maintaining exposure of HMS students to their traditional faculty role models and supporting the intrinsic role of all faculty to teach.

The incoming DME ensures optimal performance and continuous quality improvement of a robust, matrixed operation that spans curricular, student support, and other administrative and leadership functions. The DME directs a senior leadership team across planning and administration (admissions, registrar, finance, financial aid, scholarly engagement); student affairs (academic societies, learning resources, disability services); multicultural affairs, recruitment, and support; the office of medical education (faculty development [The Academy], curriculum, assessment, quality improvement); HST, MD-PhD, and other joint-degree programs; and affiliated hospital undergraduate medical education.

Basic Qualifications

• MD degree;
• academic rank of Associate Professor or Professor (the latter preferred);
• established record of accomplishment in academic medicine as an educator, innovator, and published scholar;
• 10+ years’ administrative, managerial, and budgetary experience in complex, matrixed organizations.

Additional Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture;
• extensive teaching and mentoring experience;
• a record as a highly ethical, authentic, mission-driven leader and clear communicator, committed to excellence, impeccable standards, and transparency;
• exemplary experience in building collaborative relationships and engendering trust;
• familiarity with affiliate hospital relationships and sensitivity to the impact on the academic mission and on faculty of the changes in hospital practice patterns and expansion of hospital networks;
• and a distinguished career with a national reputation for well-honed clinical, educational, and scholarly leadership to serve as a role model for students in the MD program.

Additional Information

Harvard Medical School has retained Exceptional Executive Search to assist with this national search.  Nominations, inquiries, and applications (including CV and letter of interest) should be directed in confidence to: Nicole Gakidis, Exceptional Executive Search, at [email protected].

This position is based in Boston and some in-person on-campus work will be required, and flexible/remote work is an option. Any remote work must be performed in a state in which Harvard is registered to do business (CA*, CT, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NH, NJ, NY, RI, VA, VT, and WA). Individual flexible and remote work options for this role will be discussed during the interview process. *Note: Harvard employees working in California must be exempt.

The University requires all Harvard community members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and remain up to date with COVID-19 vaccine boosters, as detailed in Harvard’s Vaccine & Booster Requirements . Individuals may claim exemption from the vaccine requirement for medical or religious reasons. More information regarding the University’s COVID vaccination requirement, exemptions, and verification of vaccination status may be found at the University’s “COVID-19 Vaccine Information” webpage: http://www.harvard.edu/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine-information/ . 

Please note that we are currently conducting a majority of interviews and onboarding remotely and virtually. We appreciate your understanding.

Harvard University offers an outstanding benefits package including:

• Time Off: 3 - 4 weeks paid vacation, paid holiday break, 12 paid sick days, 12.5 paid holidays, and 3 paid personal days per year.
• Medical/Dental/Vision: We offer a variety of excellent medical plans, dental & vision plans, all coverage begins as of your start date.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive tuition assistance program, incredibly affordable classes directly at the Harvard Extension School, and discounted options through participating Harvard grad schools.
• Transportation: Harvard offers a 50% discounted MBTA pass as well as additional options to assist employees in their daily commute.
• Wellness options: Harvard offers programs and classes at little or no cost, including stress management, massages, nutrition, meditation, and complementary health services.
• Harvard access to athletic facilities, libraries, campus events, and many discounts throughout metro Boston.

The Harvard Medical School is not able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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Job Function

General Administration

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Boston

Job Code

366064 Administrative Dean

Department

PME-Medical Education

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Pre-Employment Screening

Credit, Criminal, Education, Identity

Commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging

We are committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace culture of faculty, staff, and students with diverse backgrounds, styles, abilities, and motivations. We appreciate and leverage the capabilities, insights, and ideas of all individuals. Harvard Medical School Mission and Community Values

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions, or any other characteristic protected by law.