Social Determinants Of Health Education Director, Office of Medical Education

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a passionate Social Determinants of Health Education Director to lead initiatives that enhance curricula through inclusive teaching practices. This role involves collaborating with faculty to integrate social determinants into health professions education, ensuring equity and inclusivity. The position offers robust research opportunities and supports a hybrid work schedule, allowing flexibility for the right candidate. If you are dedicated to fostering student success and have a strong background in curriculum development, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of education.

Benefits

Comprehensive insurance plans

Flexible spending accounts

Employee wellness program

Tuition remission

Generous paid time off

Discounts for activities and services

Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum design and promoting inclusive education.
• Strong project management and collaboration skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects related to social determinants of health in curricula.
• Collaborate with faculty and community to enhance educational outcomes.

Skills

Curriculum Design

Inclusive Teaching Strategies

Project Management

Accreditation Standards

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree

Terminal Degree

Job description

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Social Determinants Of Health Education Director, Office of Medical Education

The UC Colleges of Medicine and Nursing are seeking applications for a dually appointed Social Determinants of Health (SDH) Education Director. The SDH Education Director reviews alignment of the curricula with key content that is expected to be integrated longitudinally and vertically throughout the curricula. Specific areas of focus include:

1. Examination of the longitudinal curricular thread on SDH and societal issues to make suggestions for improvement (e.g., Is the content accurate? Is the content integrated throughout the entirety of the curricula and across programs?).
2. Examination of curricular content (PPTs, lectures, assessment methods, exam questions) to identify and address issues of implicit bias, stereotypes, and inequities regarding race, gender, sexual orientation, etc. in collaboration with course directors, course managers, and instructors.
3. Identification of areas within the curriculum where SDH content could be incorporated intentionally across the longitudinal training experience of learners in accordance with best practices and accreditation standards.
4. Participation in curricular committees, task forces, team meetings, etc. where relevant.
5. Lead and coordinate professional development offerings on incorporating SDH into health professions curricula.

The ideal SDH Education Director will possess previous experience in strategies that promote curricula that are inclusive and intentionally incorporate social determinants of health. The selected candidate will be experienced supporting a learning environment that fosters the success of students impacted by social determinants of health in nursing and medicine.

This is a 12-month position with the potential for renewal. This position will support 50% FTE or less.

This position offers robust research opportunities in the areas of social determinants as it relates to education outcomes, inclusive pedagogy, and assessment strategies. Several multidisciplinary research interest groups in these areas exist across the colleges including an established community of practice with external institutions providing opportunities to advance one’s program of research.

This individual will report to leadership within the Colleges of Medicine and Nursing.

The position allows for hybrid schedule and offers flexibility in work hours. Candidates must reside in the tri-state area Ohio, Indiana or Kentucky.

Essential Functions

• Assume management responsibility for a wide range of projects/tasks associated of which decisions and quality of execution have significant impact and influence on the program.
• Develop, manage and modify activities within the program.
• Research, design and implement high quality programs as determined by the college.
• Create long- and short-term action plans that advance the college’s priorities around the specific programs.
• Collaborate with faculty members and leadership, as well as community members.
• Represent administration at committee meetings on subjects of considerable complexity, with substantial authority to make commitments.
• Coordinate communications with appropriate internal and external entities.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e., hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Nine (9) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Five (5) years related experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Master’s Degree.
• Terminal degree in any field.
• Previous experience in diversifying curricula and supporting equitable and inclusive teaching and learning environments.
• Experience in curriculum design and faculty development.
• Experience with accreditation standards.
• Previous experience in higher education and curriculum (e.g. design, organization, teaching, evaluation, or other relevant experience).

Application Information

Please submit an online application and submit the following:

• Statement of interest (no more than 2 pages) that describes your experience in supporting student success and experience with Social Determinants of Health in curricular content.
• Letter of support from your Department Chair (if internal UC employee).
• Please use the Additional Documents option as needed for these documents.

Further details regarding the overviewed initiatives can be found at the links below.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.