Date Posted: 09/01/2024

Requisition Number: CHAP-2241

The Harvard Medical School Department of Psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) is recruiting a Vice Chair of Education (VCE) to lead and innovate within our esteemed educational programs.

CHA is a vital safety net public system with a strong state partnership serving Cambridge, Somerville, and Boston's metro-north region. CHA Psychiatry aspires to be the leading academic department of public and community psychiatry in the nation. The VCE will oversee, support, and innovate within the department’s well-established UME, GME, and CME programs in psychiatry, psychology, and social work. Our mission is to train the next generation of clinician-scientists and clinician-educators to play leading roles in academic, public, and community settings. 

The VCE will be a member of the department’s executive team and will collaborate closely with department leaders in strategic planning and decision-making. Representing CHA Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, the VCE will help shape the future of psychiatric training and education. 

Applicants should have exceptional skills and experience in teaching and training, academics, clinical care, administration, and leadership, coupled with a demonstrable record of scholarship in education. Scholarship in other areas is also welcome. Some clinical work and teaching are required. The successful applicant will be eligible for a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School, the level of appointment depending on credentials and experience.

The department is fully committed to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in our faculty and our clinical care. Women and members of historically marginalized groups are encouraged to apply. 

CHA is a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School (HMS). This position carries an HMS appointment of Instructor, Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with HMS appointment criteria, candidate qualifications and commitment to teaching responsibilities.

Please forward a cover letter and updated CV to: Jennifer Giangregorio (jgiangregorio@challiance.org), Executive Assistant to the Chair. Questions can be directed to: Carl Fulwiler, Chair and Chief, Harvard Department of Psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance (cfulwiler@cha.harvard.edu).

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration 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.

Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our employees believe in where they work and why many build long, rewarding careers at CHA.

Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is changing the way we provide care and improving the health and experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed, compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of better health and equity a reality.

At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care to the People.