Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs and Equity, Diverity & Inclusion Track and Rank Dependent on Qualifications
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT
Full-time
Education
Posted on June 6, 2023
Posting Details
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong or demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Position Information
Position/Rank
Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs and Equity, Diverity & Inclusion Track and Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department
00258 - Emergency Medical Physicians
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
2022
Details
The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine is currently recruiting a faculty member at the Associate Professor level or above who will serve as the Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. The Department of Emergency Medicine is the newest clinical department within the University of Utah Health system and has grown from a very successful Division of Emergency Medicine within the Department of Surgery. This recent transition will make the Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion integral to help guide and support faculty development within our growing department.
A successful applicant should be board certified in emergency medicine and have a strong track record of leadership and mentoring. Additionally, the individual should also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and have the ability to work with various stakeholders across University of Utah Health. In conjunction with the Chair of EM, the Vice Chair will have oversight over the Faculty Appointment, Review and Advancement ( FARA) process, they will provision or connect EM Faculty to appropriate mentorship opportunities, oversee faculty wellness evaluation and initiatives, and oversee the implementation of equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives within the department. The chosen individual will report directly to the Department Chair and will be a member of the Executive Committee within the Department. In addition, participation in key University of Utah Health Committees will be expected.
The newly created Department of Emergency Medicine is rapidly expanding. Currently, the Department staffs three emergency departments, with a fourth department expected to start in 2026. The Department offers fellowships in research, ultrasound, palliative care, wilderness medicine, global medicine, EMS and Sports Medicine. Currently, the Department has 28 residents with planned growth to 36 residents by 2025. The University of Utah Emergency Department is a Level 1 trauma center, a STEMI center, and a comprehensive stroke center.
Confidential inquiries accepted. Please send a CV and cover letter to Christy.Hopkins@hsc.utah.edu . Please include a statement describing your previous experience working to advance wellness, equity, diversity & inclusion, as well as your plans to continue this work.
University of Utah Health is the state's only academic health care system, providing leading-edge and compassionate care for a referral area that encompasses 10 percent of the US, including Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, and much of Nevada. A hub for health sciences research and education in the region, U of U Health has a $428 million research enterprise and trains the majority of Utah's physicians, including more than 1,460 health care providers each year at its Colleges of Health, Nursing, and Pharmacy and Schools of Dentistry and Medicine. With more than 20,000 employees, the system includes 12 community clinics and five hospitals: University Hospital, Huntsman Mental Health Institute, Huntsman Cancer Hospital, University Orthopaedic Center, and the Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. For 12 straight years, U of U Health has ranked among the top 10 US academic medical centers in the rigorous Vizient Quality and Accountability Study.
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, diversity, 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, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
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 and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Confidential inquiries accepted. Please send a CV and cover letter to Christy.Hopkins@hsc.utah.edu . Please include a statement describing your previous experience working to advance wellness, equity, diversity & inclusion, as well as your plans to continue this work.
Open Date
03/20/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN02951F
Type
Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
The University of Utah, an AA/EO employer, encourages applications from women and minorities, and provides reasonable accommodation to the known disabilities of applicants and employees.The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong or demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.
Position Information
Position/Rank
Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs and Equity, Diverity & Inclusion Track and Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department
00258 - Emergency Medical Physicians
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Track
Tenure Track
New Position to Begin
2022
Details
The Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of Utah Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine is currently recruiting a faculty member at the Associate Professor level or above who will serve as the Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion. The Department of Emergency Medicine is the newest clinical department within the University of Utah Health system and has grown from a very successful Division of Emergency Medicine within the Department of Surgery. This recent transition will make the Vice Chair for Faculty Affairs and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion integral to help guide and support faculty development within our growing department.
A successful applicant should be board certified in emergency medicine and have a strong track record of leadership and mentoring. Additionally, the individual should also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and have the ability to work with various stakeholders across University of Utah Health. In conjunction with the Chair of EM, the Vice Chair will have oversight over the Faculty Appointment, Review and Advancement ( FARA) process, they will provision or connect EM Faculty to appropriate mentorship opportunities, oversee faculty wellness evaluation and initiatives, and oversee the implementation of equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives within the department. The chosen individual will report directly to the Department Chair and will be a member of the Executive Committee within the Department. In addition, participation in key University of Utah Health Committees will be expected.
The newly created Department of Emergency Medicine is rapidly expanding. Currently, the Department staffs three emergency departments, with a fourth department expected to start in 2026. The Department offers fellowships in research, ultrasound, palliative care, wilderness medicine, global medicine, EMS and Sports Medicine. Currently, the Department has 28 residents with planned growth to 36 residents by 2025. The University of Utah Emergency Department is a Level 1 trauma center, a STEMI center, and a comprehensive stroke center.
Confidential inquiries accepted. Please send a CV and cover letter to Christy.Hopkins@hsc.utah.edu . Please include a statement describing your previous experience working to advance wellness, equity, diversity & inclusion, as well as your plans to continue this work.
University of Utah Health is the state's only academic health care system, providing leading-edge and compassionate care for a referral area that encompasses 10 percent of the US, including Idaho, Wyoming, Montana, and much of Nevada. A hub for health sciences research and education in the region, U of U Health has a $428 million research enterprise and trains the majority of Utah's physicians, including more than 1,460 health care providers each year at its Colleges of Health, Nursing, and Pharmacy and Schools of Dentistry and Medicine. With more than 20,000 employees, the system includes 12 community clinics and five hospitals: University Hospital, Huntsman Mental Health Institute, Huntsman Cancer Hospital, University Orthopaedic Center, and the Craig H. Neilsen Rehabilitation Hospital. For 12 straight years, U of U Health has ranked among the top 10 US academic medical centers in the rigorous Vizient Quality and Accountability Study.
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, diversity, 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, staff, faculty and patients from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education, employment opportunities, and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented groups.
Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. 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.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and 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 Affirmative Action:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
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 and immunizations. https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South.
Special Instructions for Candidates
Confidential inquiries accepted. Please send a CV and cover letter to Christy.Hopkins@hsc.utah.edu . Please include a statement describing your previous experience working to advance wellness, equity, diversity & inclusion, as well as your plans to continue this work.
Open Date
03/20/2022
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN02951F
Type
Faculty
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you have an MD or equivalent degree?
(Open Ended Question) - Are you Board Eligible or Board Certified in Emergency Medicine?
(Open Ended Question) - Have you ever had a license or privileges denied, restricted, limited, suspended, or revoked?
(Open Ended Question) - Have you ever been permitted to resign or surrender your license or privileges while under investigation or while any action was pending against you?
(Open Ended Question) - Are you currently under investigation or is any disciplinary action pending against you?
(Open Ended Question) - Is any action related to your conduct or patient care pending against you at any hospital or health care facility?
(Open Ended Question) - Have complaints ever been made against you by patients/patient family members, staff, or colleagues alleging abuse or harassment?
(Open Ended Question) - Have you ever had a controlled substances registration denied, restricted, suspended, or revoked in any way? Is any such action pending?
(Open Ended Question) - Have you ever been terminated from a position because of drug or alcohol use or abuse?
(Open Ended Question) - Have you ever been convicted or pleaded guilty or no contest for any felony? Is any such action pending?
(Open Ended Question) - Have you ever been convicted or pleaded guilty or no contest for any misdemeanor related to the practice of health care, including fraud or abuse relating to a government health program, violations pertaining to controlled substances, insurance fraud, or abuse, physical abuse, neglect, sexual abuse, or exploitation of individuals in vulnerable populations? Is any such action pending
(Open Ended Question) - 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
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission