Executive Vice Chair, Department of Dermatology
Job Description
Our organization is on the lookout for a full-time Executive Vice Chair (EVC) to join the Department of Dermatology. This senior leadership position offers a remarkable chance to influence and guide one of the largest and most prominent dermatology departments globally.
The Dermatology department merges the strengths of two leading hospitals into a cohesive and integrated unit. The EVC will be instrumental in this evolution, helping to establish a new paradigm for academic dermatology that enhances excellence in patient care, research, education, and innovation.
Key Responsibilities- Collaborate closely with the Chair to develop and implement departmental strategies.
- Lead initiatives aimed at cross-campus integration and major strategic projects.
- Act as a representative of the department in institutional leadership discussions across the organization.
- Provide mentorship and support to Vice Chairs, Division Chiefs, and faculty leaders.
- Drive special projects that further the department's clinical, research, and educational objectives.
- Step in for the Chair when necessary, depending on academic rank and appropriateness.
We are seeking an exceptional academic dermatologist with a national reputation for excellence and a proven track record of leadership in complex organizations. The ideal candidate will be a distinguished clinician, educator, and/or researcher, as well as a skilled builder capable of operating at scale, navigating complexities, and fostering alignment across a diverse organization.
- Candidates must hold board certification in dermatology.
- Eligibility for appointment at Harvard Medical School at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor, based on experience and achievements.
- Teaching responsibilities will include engaging with HMS learners, such as medical students, residents, fellows, and/or HMS faculty.
We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will be considered 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.
We invite interested candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity.