RESEARCH ASST PROFESSOR

at  University of Michigan

HOW TO APPLY

A cover letter and current curriculum vitae must be uploaded online via the U-M Careers website for this Job ID 255857.

In addition to applying online, applicants are requested to send the following to the Office of Human Resources at [email protected].

• Evidence of research experience and performance, including:
• A research statement with a statement of impact of your research/scholarly work to be the first paragraph of the statement;
• A list of any external research support with complete details of budget and sponsorship, and a statement of your role in each project; and
• Summarize your independent research activity, the importance of your work in an area of programmatic interest to the UMSN in relation to the expected role within the UMSN.
• Service statement
• Copy of your doctoral degree and any certifications (if applicable)
• A list of a minimum of three (3) professional references with relevant contact information
• Three (3) letters of professional recommendation sent directly from those providing the reference as an email attachment to [email protected] from individuals at or above the rank sought on letterhead and signed
• Three (3) to five (5) publications of your best work (usually peer-reviewed)

For further information regarding this position please contact Dr. Kathleen Potempa, PhD, MS, RN at potempa@umich.edu.

JOB SUMMARY

The University of Michigan, School of Nursing is seeking a highly-qualified faculty member for a Research Assistant Professor position within the Department of Systems, Population and Leadership in the Healthy Lifetime Program. We are looking for a highly productive faculty member who is energized about their science. This position will be a part-time 12-month appointment.
The Healthy Lifetime Program (HL) is a business entity within the University of Michigan School of Nursing that provides top-class services to older adults to support optimum health and independence in aging. The program is completely virtual including the continuing education of nurses who provide the services and as such, is not bound to geographic locations for service provision. The business offers `direct to consumer’ programming that integrates School of Nursing faculty as providers and students as learners to fulfill curricular requirements. The HL program also contracts with other business entities to support their use of the program through licensing and other contractual agreements.
The search for this position will occur during the calendar year 2024. Applicants will be considered for the rank listed above, depending on experience and research productivity. Diversity is highly valued and applications from members of groups underrepresented in nursing are encouraged.
The University of Michigan is a world-class research institution. The School of Nursing offers a range of accredited educational programs and is consistently ranked among the top nursing schools in the country. Please visit http://www.nursing.umich.edu/ for more information about the School.
The School of Nursing seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan that extends worldwide, to fulfill the School’s strategic plan, and to sustain the excellence of the School of Nursing.
To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion visit: http://nursing.umich.edu/diversity/dei-faculty-and-staff.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• A doctoral degree in health and/or behavioral sciences or a related field is required.
• Demonstrated research productivity; the ability to conduct independent research with the promise of developing into an independent scholar.
• Peer-reviewed publications.
• Participation in relevant academic or professional meetings.
• Strong local and growing national scholarly reputation based on research productivity and contributions over several years.
• Potential evidence of extramural funding.
• Candidate must have excellent communication skills, with the ability to receive and convey information clearly and concisely for various mediums. You will be expected to have solid interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups.
• Effective interpersonal skills, and a drive to excel are expected.
• Ability to work simultaneously on multiple projects is required.
• Ability to promote the School of Nursing’s Declaration of Values to Empower each other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; Practice communication that is beneficial, kind and true; Inspire and be inspired by our members’ worth, significance and integrity; Cultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly and privately.

Please refer the Job description for details