Vice Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• Provide vision and leadership in fostering a culture of inclusive excellence across the department.
• Oversee the strategy for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) within the department.

• Chair the department’s Health Equity Council (DHEC), playing a pivotal role in steering DEI efforts.

• Work collaboratively with the Office of Diversity Affairs (ODA), the Institute for Equity in Health Education (IEHE), and the Chief Medical Officer (CMO).

• Operationalize and successfully implement health equity goals in the areas of research, clinical care, and medical education.

• Facilitate the recruitment, retention, and career advancement of underrepresented in medicine (URiM), LGBTQ+, and other minoritized faculty and trainees.  

• Establish health equity goals across the clinical, research, and medical education mission of the department.
• Oversee the implementation of the strategic direction of the department’s DEI efforts.

• Promote an inclusive community by developing strategies for the recruitment and retention of a diverse workforce within the department.

• Work collaboratively with the ODA, IEHE, and the CMO to develop the infrastructure necessary to advance DEI goals in the department.

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree.
• Board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Successfully completed a U.S. Accredited OB/GYN Residency training program
• Hold a New York State Medical license.
• Proven track record in advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

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