Assessment of junior faculty development in pediatrics

Abstract

The assessment of junior faculty development at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) highlights the challenges new faculty face in accessing effective development resources within the Department of Pediatrics (DoP). Despite offering various programs aimed at enhancing leadership, teaching, research, and clinical skills, the absence of a centralized access system, coupled with barriers such as limited time, lack of program awareness, and scheduling conflicts, impedes engagement. Additionally, the lack of a systematic feedback loop makes it difficult to tailor these resources to faculty needs. To address these issues, the assessment recommends implementing structured feedback mechanisms, introducing a faculty development portal early in onboarding, creating a development roadmap, integrating growth discussions into annual reviews, and providing flexible participation options. By adopting these strategies, the department seeks to foster faculty growth, satisfaction, and retention, ultimately enhancing patient care and educational outcomes