Research Scientist – The University of Michigan Medical School
Addiction and Pain Health Services Research Faculty – Research Scientist
Department of Internal Medicine, Division of General Medicine
Summary: The University of Michigan’s Division of General Medicine in the Department of Internal Medicine seek a social scientist/health services researcher to join our dynamic and well-established division. We invite applications for research faculty positions on the Research Scientist track to help conduct independently funded health services research and health policy research focused on substance use disorder and chronic pain treatment. The ideal candidate would have strong managerial skills to help support and mentor a growing team of staff and students working on currently funded projects under Dr. Pooja Lagisetty and other collaborators, strong writing skills to write peer-reviewed manuscripts and grants, and a desire to develop an independent research portfolio within 3-5 years. Academic rank, faculty track, and salary will be commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities: Successful applicants will be expected to continue and grow a robust extramurally funded research program that complements current ongoing studies around substance use disorder and chronic pain within the Division. These studies employ a variety of research methodologies including but not limited to large database analysis, policy evaluation, development and evaluation of mobile health interventions to address stigma and bias, and pragmatic trials of collaborative care models within primary care clinics. The ideal candidate would be able to support ongoing project management of currently funded projects while also collaborating to develop new proposals for future innovative studies.
University of Michigan investigators in the Division of General Medicine can engage in research, teaching, and mentoring, and become members of the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation. We particularly encourage applicants with active peer-reviewed research and applied research assistant/project management experience to apply.
Why Join the University of Michigan?
- A leader in cutting-edge medicine and research
- Robust research infrastructure
- Multi-disciplinary clinics
- Individualized mentorship and career development programs
- Diverse, collaborative, and collegial environment
- Excellent work-life balance
- Excellent benefits
- Ann Arbor is a family-friendly city – voted #1 as a great place to live by Livability.com
Required Qualifications: Evidence of scholarly ability (e.g., training in health services research, publications in competitive peer-reviewed journals, preferably first-author papers) is 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 and project management skills are essential.
Underfill Statement: This position is posted as Research Investigator, Assistant Research Scientist. The rank and faculty track of the selected candidate will depend upon the 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.
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 which together enhance our contribution to society.
Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serving the diverse people of Michigan and to maintaining 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.