Satcher Health Leadership Institute Director

Company: Morehouse School of Medicine
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: March 29, 2025

Job Description:

Satcher Health Leadership Institute DirectorProcedure for Candidacy and TimelineInquiries, nominations, and applications are invited. Review of applications will begin immediately. Candidates should provide a curriculum vitae and a letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the Leadership Statement. These materials should be sent electronically via e-mail to the Satcher Health Leadership Institute, Mr. Anthony Villaverde, Director of Finance and Business Operations; copy Administrative Assistant, Ms. Ashley Watkins at: ashwatkins@msm.edu. The Satcher Health Leadership Institute can be reached at 404-756-5293.Materials that must be mailed may be sent to:Mr. Anthony VillaverdeDirector of Finance and Business OperationsMorehouse School of MedicineAtlanta, GA 30310About MSMMorehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders. We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world. At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity.Posting Number: ACAD459Job Title: Satcher Health Leadership Institute DirectorPosition Type: FacultyNumber of vacancies: 1Salary: Commensurate with experienceDepartment: Satcher Health Leadership InstitutePosition Summary:Morehouse School of Medicine invites nominations, inquiries, and applications for The Satcher Health Leadership Institute's (SHLI) next Executive Director. The Institute was founded in 2006 by the 16th US Surgeon General, Dr. David Satcher, who set it firmly on its course to be a leading transformative force for global health equity. SHLI seeks a visionary who will embody the Institute's values and seeks to make a lasting contribution to enhancing health equity and ultimately eliminating health disparities.The Executive Director will help expand the Institute's endowment, broaden its research and programs, work towards a global health equity agenda, and work in alignment with the new Global Health Equity Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine. MSM is among the nation's leading educators of primary care physicians and has been recognized as the top institution among US medical schools for its social mission. Faculty and alumni are noted in their fields for excellence in teaching, research, and public policy.Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of an MD, PhD, DrPH, EdD or equivalent terminal degree in a field relevant to health, education, or related fields.
• Demonstrated work experience (10-15+ years) in fields relevant to the assigned responsibilities, especially organizational fiscal sustainability, as well as a broad, generalist background (e.g., academic, policy, practice experience) with deep and comprehensive understanding of program design and development, systems, and networking.
• Evidence of effective work beyond areas of relevant field of practice and technical skills in one or more core programmatic areas that support the area/regional strategy.
• Successful experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team and working successfully with persons from diverse cultural, social, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Demonstrated experience with health policy development and implementation.
• Proficiency advancing population health research, advocacy and/or practice, and the ability to advance a vision for advancing health equity globally.
• Track record or ability to attract significant extramural support, including federal, state, and local research grants and contracts, foundation programmatic funding, and philanthropic support.Job Duties:The Role of the Executive Director of the Satcher Health Leadership Institute includes executive leadership and actualization of SHLI's vision and mission. The Executive Director will provide executive oversight of the conceptualization, planning, management, and execution of research, training, and programmatic work across SHLI, collaborating across Morehouse School of Medicine and with external stakeholders and partners. The Executive Director will provide strategic leadership and be responsible for the programmatic and financial sustainability of SHLI.Position Accountabilities/Essential Functions:
  • Develop and implement the Institute's strategic plan, aligned with the MSM institutional strategic plan.
  • Lead the development of programming efforts specific to Institute initiatives.
  • Provide leadership and oversight for the development and integration of all aspects of macro and micro programming design, including idea generation, analysis and research, networking with key internal and external resources, advocacy, monitoring approach, and evaluation strategy.
  • Ensure SHLI programmatic efforts are compatible with MSM's mission, vision, and values.
  • Shape SHLI endeavors based on current social and economic factors that shape programming efforts.Opportunities for Leadership:The Satcher Health Leadership Institute has become a leading voice for advancing health equity and has seen tremendous growth in its staff, extramural funds, reach, and reputation. The transition in leadership to a new Executive Director will both test the institution and present new opportunities for expansion. The incoming Executive Director will work to envision a long-term growth strategy for receiving extramural grants and contracts. This will include providing the infrastructure, support, and mentorship needed for existing and new faculty to gain funding, promoting SHLI within the national and global health communities, and taking the lead on institutional and program grants.Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements:All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.Immunization Requirements: It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action.
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