Job Description

How to Apply

Please submit a cover letter that includes a statement of interest in the position, current and future research plans, a brief description of clinical and leadership experience, and include a CV with contact information to [email protected] for review by:

Eve A. Kerr, MD, MPH, MACP
Kutsche Memorial Chair in Internal Medicine 

Chief, Division of General Medicine, University of Michigan
North Campus Research Complex
2800 Plymouth Road, Building 16, Room 430W
Ann Arbor, MI  48109-2800

Job Summary

The University of Michigan, Division of General Medicine in the Department of Internal Medicine seeks board certified/board eligible internists to join our dynamic and well-established division. We invite applications for faculty positions at the rank of Research Assistant, Research Associate, or Research Professor to develop and conduct independently funded research focused on health services and health policy. We are searching broadly for researchers with MD, MD/PhD, MD/MPH or equivalent degrees and demonstrated academic excellence appropriate for career stage. Academic rank, faculty track, and salary will be commensurate with experience.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations, and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research, and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education, and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status. The University of Michigan is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Responsibilities*

Successful applicants will be expected to develop or continue a robust extramurally funded research program that complements current strengths within the Division. Any area of health services research will be considered; however, we particularly encourage applicants with active peer-reviewed research and a track record at the early or midcareer level. Areas of particular interest include, but are not limited to, healthcare disparities, clinical decision-making and behavior science, health economics, healthcare quality, safety and value, implementation science and quality improvement, primary care transformation, and health services research related to aging, diabetes, cardiometabolic and vascular disease, cancer, and women’s health. University of Michigan investigators in the Division of General Medicine have the opportunity to engage in research, teaching and mentoring and to become Members of the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation.  Application review will continue until the position is filled.

Why Join the University of Michigan?

Required Qualifications*

Applicant must hold an MD or DO degree and postgraduate clinical training, or a PhD or equivalent degree. MD/DO candidates should hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical license in the State of Michigan as well as be board certified or board eligible. Evidence of scholarly ability (e.g., training in health services research, publications in competitive peer-reviewed journals, preferably first-author papers, independent grant funding) is also a pre-requisite. The candidate should be able to carry out research tasks independently yet collaborate effectively with other research faculty and staff. Excellent oral and written communication skills are essential. Prior training or clinical experience at a major academic medical center is preferred. 

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Research Assistant Professor/Research Associate Professor/Research Professor. The rank and faculty track of the selected candidate will depend upon candidate's qualifications.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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