Director, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Salk Institute for Biological Studies

Job Info

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Job location is at 10240 Science Center Dr, San Diego, CA 92121

The Director Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Salk Institute will play a key role to ensure that we carry out our responsibilities and ambitions to hire, nurture and advance a diverse workforce.

With general direction from the VP People & Culture, the incumbent will plan, support, and promote objectives to support increased diversity through outreach and pathway development, recruitment support, funding, training, and development to move the Institute’s DEI strategic plan forward.

The role of the incumbent is to advise, recommend, and foster avenues to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion at Salk through partnerships across the Institute.  The incumbent will maintain close working relationships with colleagues in the following areas:

• Office of People & Culture
• Office of the Chief Science Officer
• Grants Development
• Education Outreach
• External Relationships
• JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Council

In addition, this role will work closely with Salk Faculty to ensure development and implementation of programs that support the Institute’s DEI efforts.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Build relationships with and coach stakeholders to create awareness, support, and advocacy for diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
• Build a network of DEI champions and advocates across the institution.
• Oversee the planning, developing, and implementation of effective strategies of the DEI team, including Salk's summer undergraduate student program and active and proposed affinity groups, that are part of initiatives of the DEI pipeline. Develop these initiatives by enhancing targeted outreach strategies, application, selection, and other processes. Use data to measure, assess, and enhance these strategies and initiatives.
• Support various programs and committees across the institute, including the Cancer Center, to ensure effective DEI strategies are implemented, monitored, and reflect positive change for the institute.
• Develop, foster, and maintain relationships with third-party organizations, such as Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), foundations, and local institutions in San Diego, which can lead to partnerships, support of Salk’s DEI pipeline, and funding or professional opportunities for Salk’s trainees.
• Design and develop data-driven metrics to measure the return on investment and impact of Salk’s DEI efforts. Use data to evaluate DEI programs to identify and address potential challenges to the success of the programs and identify potential solutions.
• Develop effective and compelling communication to raise awareness and engagement in DEI efforts by the internal Salk community and the participation of external Salk stakeholders. This includes promoting DEI efforts through appropriate communication channels, and working with the Communications Team to create content to increase DEI awareness for internal and external audiences.
• In collaboration with the Pre and Postdoctoral Office, Salk Cancer Center, External Relations, and Grants Development, work to identify, promote, and ultimately obtain funding to support underrepresented minorities in STEM at Salk. Efforts will include the creation of frameworks to aid in successful “Plans to Enhance Diversity” as well as editing support for scientific staff required to prepare diversity plans and diversity statements.
• Provide advice and guidance to JEDI and conduct research related to recommendations that originate from the group. Solicits advocacy and support from JEDI for Salk DEI initiatives.
• Collaborate with the Office of People & Culture to help deepen and strengthen an inclusive, welcoming, and diverse internal culture.
• Partner with Learning & Development Manager to develop and deliver training programs that drive DEI awareness, understanding and action, ensuring collaboration with departments/labs across the institution.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by management.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly supervise Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Analyst.

 QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor's degree is required for this role. A minimum of 5 years of increasing responsibility for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion programs within an academic setting and two years managing a successful DEI program are also required.
• Candidates with an advanced degree in a related discipline and 3 years’ experience will be considered.
• Experience conducting research, analysis, evaluation, and implementation of diversity strategies using academic research outcomes, industry best practices and peer models.
• Computer skills required: Microsoft Office. Familiarity with project management software is useful in this role.

The expected pay range for this position is $125,000 to $160,000 per annum. Salk Institute provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the institute reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. 

SALK VALUES:

• Integrity - Guides our moral compass and underpins our every action. We do what is right in all situations for no other reason than because it is right. We uphold honesty and ethical behavior and make good on our commitments. We understand that words and deeds matter and that integrity leads to trust.
• Community - Enables us to harness the power of our collective talents. We work together towards common goals. We recognize the importance of diversity where everyone’s ideas, identities, backgrounds, and perspectives are valued and pave the paths that propel us forward. We understand our pioneering role in the broader scientific community and take pride in our efforts to have a positive impact on the world.
• Accountability - Keeps us focused and keeps us honest. We are responsible not only for our own success but the success of our teams and the entire Institute. We consider how the actions we take and the decisions we make in our own work may impact others.
• Respect - Creates the foundation of trust and brings out the best in us all. We value the experiences, identities, and feelings of those we work with, regardless of their position or their relationship to us. We provide feedback in a constructive manner, use appropriate language, and allow others to share their thoughts and ideas without fear of ridicule.
• Empowerment - Amplifies all voices and inspires the pursuit of greatness. We lift each other up, enabling us to grow continuously and live to our fullest potential. We support the expression of ideas, encourage self-advocacy, inspire confidence, and recognize that an environment of mutual respect is critical to our collective success.

 COMPETENCIES:

• Analytical Skills- Synthesize complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
• Business Acumen - Understand implications of decisions and activities on all stakeholders.
• Judgement - Display willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Managing People - Include staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products, and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Oral Communication - Speak clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
• Planning/Organizing - Prioritize and plan work activities; Use time efficiently; Plan for additional resources; Set goals and objectives; Organize or schedule other people and their tasks; Develop realistic action plans.

 PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasionally required to stand.
• Occasionally required to walk.
• Frequently required to sit.
• Frequently required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• Frequently required to talk or hear.
• While performing the duties of this job, the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The employee must occasionally lift and /or move more than 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision; Distance vision; Depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The Salk Institute is an internationally renowned research institution that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We seek bold and interactive leaders passionate about exploring new frontiers in science. Our collaborative community embraces diverse perspectives and unique life experiences, fostering innovation, and a sense of belonging. Together, we strive to improve the wellbeing of humanity through groundbreaking research.

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