Diverse by Design: A Comprehensive Guide to Inclusive Hiring for Emergency Medicine Faculty.

Abstract

Introduction: Emergency medicine (EM) lacks diversity, with only 9.9% of physicians from underrepresented backgrounds and women comprising 25% of the workforce. Diverse faculty enhance patient outcomes, innovation, and equitable education. This manuscript introduces the Brown Academic Emergency Medicine Faculty Inclusive Hiring Guide to address these disparities.

Methods: Developed through literature review, stakeholder input, and pilot testing, the guide identifies best practices for equitable hiring. Key metrics such as patient outcomes and faculty retention informed the recommendations, refined through feedback from faculty and DEI experts.

Results: The guide provides strategies to mitigate bias, standardize evaluations, and create inclusive job postings. It emphasizes training search committees, equitable interviews, and ongoing assessment of DEI metrics.

Discussion: This resource offers practical, evidence-based solutions for advancing diversity in academic EM, addressing systemic barriers, and fostering equity. Continuous evaluation is critical for sustained progress.

Conclusion: The guide is a vital tool for creating inclusive academic EM environments, improving diversity, and enhancing patient care and educational outcomes.