Job Type : Regular
Time Type : Full time
Work Shift : Day (United States of America)
FLSA Status : Exempt
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, youre making a difference in peoples lives.
The Institute Director will develop the strategic plan, research priorities, and recruit and build a diverse and collaborative research team of scientists that successfully engages and partners with clinicians, community, health system quality / safety and informatics, the UMCCTS and other stakeholders to drive excellence and growth of Laheys research programs through extramural funding, scholarship, and meaningful improvement in healthcare delivery outcomes.
The Director will be a key member of the senior leadership team of Lahey Hospital & Medical Center and UMass Chan-Lahey, providing visionary leadership and strategic, academic, fiscal, and operational oversight for the Institute and the collective research mission.
The Director will build and nurture relationships with all stakeholders internal and externalto establish a vision for the Institute that aligns with institutional goals, and as a Learning Health System, fostering research and garnering resources that advance research leading to improvements in quality, safety, experience, and well-being for patients, colleagues, and the communities Lahey serves.
The Director will serve as a mentor to researchers and work with department and division chairs to recruit and support faculty and trainees.
The Director will report to the Lahey Chief Academic Officer / UMass Chan-Lahey Regional Executive Dean with a dual report to the UMass Chan Vice Provost for Research.
Job Description :
Create and implement an ambitious strategic vision for the Institute in alignment with Lahey and UMass Chan priorities
The inaugural Director will have the pivotal task of crafting a strategic vision that not only aligns with the goals of Lahey and UMass Chan but also sets a progressive trajectory for the Institute.
This involves identifying key areas of innovation in healthcare delivery, foreseeing future challenges, and setting attainable benchmarks.
The Director must ensure that this vision is communicated clearly and enthusiastically to all stakeholders, securing their commitment and fostering a culture that embraces change and strives for excellence in healthcare improvement.
Advance research in healthcare delivery, from discovery to dissemination
The Director will be critical in advancing the Institute's research from foundational discoveries to practical applications that enhance patient care.
This role involves not only overseeing the development of new healthcare models and technologies, but also ensuring that these innovations are effectively communicated and adopted across healthcare systems.
The Director will create a seamless pipeline that facilitates the swift translation of research into enhancements in clinical practice, thus improving health outcomes and patient experiences.
Promote advances in healthcare delivery science and digital medicine to improve population health
The Director will work with UMass Chan-Lahey researchers and clinicians to harness innovations in healthcare delivery science to tackle prevalent health challenges and enhance the quality of care across diverse populations.
This role involves integrating evidence-based practices and emerging methodologies from healthcare delivery science to redesign care processes, improve service delivery, and ensure equitable access to healthcare services.
Leverage health informatics and data analytics across campuses
The Director will oversee the integration and utilization of health informatics and data analytics to improve clinical decision-making and health management across campuses.
This includes fostering collaborations that enable data sharing and developing systems that provide real-time insights into patient care and health trends.
Grow the UMass Chan-Lahey research portfolio through recruitment and mentorship, increasing extramural funding and publications from faculty
The Director will be responsible for creating a dynamic infrastructure that enables investigators to successfully secure extramural funding.
This includes developing supportive resources such as grant writing workshops, streamlined administrative processes, and strategic partnerships with funding agencies.
By fostering an environment that nurtures research and innovation, the Director will help the Institute's researchers not only to envision groundbreaking projects but also to acquire the necessary funds to bring these ideas to fruition.
The Director will also collaborate with department and division heads to provide mentorship for current faculty interested in research and to recruit new faculty with interests that align with the strengths of UMass Chan-Lahey.
The Director will work with campus and hospital leadership to maintain a culture of curiosity and academic excellence, supporting the growth of research across the hospital.
Advance and support institutional DEI and health equity initiatives within the institute, campus, and hospital
The inaugural director will craft a strategic vision that not only aligns with the goals of Lahey and UMass Chan, including their emphasis on health equity, but also sets a progressive trajectory for the Institute that capitalizes on their shared excellence in providing care for underserved communities in the state.
QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
The successful candidate for this role will bring the following qualifications and experience :
MD, MD / PhD, PhD, or equivalent degree, with at least 5 years of experience leading independently funded research programs in health services, healthcare delivery, and / or implementation research.
Track record of publications in high-impact, peer-reviewed medical journals.
Track record of external (including federal) funding.
Demonstrated success in attracting, mentoring, and developing junior faculty.
Experience leading, communicating, and collaborating with partners across multidisciplinary and cross-departmental settings to drive change and innovation.
Leadership or administrative experience in academic or health system arenas.
Qualifies for appointment at senior academic rank (Associate Professor or Professor) at UMass Chan-Lahey.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities.
Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment.
Learn more (https : / / www.bilh.org / newsroom / bilh-to-require-covid-19-influenza-vaccines-for-all-clinicians-staff-by-oct-31) about this requirement.
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