Job description
JOB OPENING ID: 268017
MODES OF WORK
Onsite
REGULAR/TEMPORARY: Regular
ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP: Medical School
DEPARTMENT: MM Molec & Integratv Physiolog
The Department of Molecular & Integrative Physiology at the University of Michigan Medical School invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor level, with preference given to applicants seeking their first position or current assistant professors. We seek an outstanding colleague, whose research addresses cutting-edge questions with state-of-the-art approaches in any area of physiology and/or pathophysiology. While all areas will be considered, there is special interest in candidates whose research focuses on gastrointestinal physiology or disease. Existing department strengths in these areas include 1) gastrointestinal stem cells and epithelium maintenance, 2) inflammatory diseases of the gut, 3) liver physiology and disease, and 4) liver, pancreatic, and gastrointestinal cancers. The successful candidate will join an inclusive, interdisciplinary, and very supportive departmental community that prioritizes transformative science along with training the next generation of scientific leaders. Support for dual career couples is available.
The Department of Molecular & Integrative Physiology is one of the top physiology departments in the world where faculty work side-by-side with researchers uncovering fundamental basic biology and mechanisms of human disease using a wide range of molecular, cellular, and organismal systems. Information about the department and its research and educational missions is available at:
https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/molecular-integrative-physiology
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
Required Qualifications*
Qualifications include a Ph.D. and/or M.D., a strong record of research accomplishments and ability to direct an independently-funded research program, a passion for mentoring/teaching, and a commitment to continuing and promoting the collegial and respectful environment in the Department. Preference will be given to Assistant Professor applicants.
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.
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. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses. Employment will require both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form.
Application Deadline
Deadline for submission for full consideration is October 15, 2025.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory/affirmative action employer.
How to apply
Please submit the require application materials through Interfolio at:
https://apply.interfolio.com/172808
To be considered for this position, please submit a single PDF file containing:
1) a cover letter with contact information of three references
2) a curriculum vitae
3) description of past, current research and planned research (up to 3 pages plus references) with an emphasis on planned research
4) a statement (up to 1.5 pages) describing in more detail your past experience and future goals in any or all of the following: a) service to the research community b) mentorship of early career scientists c) classroom teaching.
Deadline for submission for full consideration is October 15, 2025.
For questions regarding the application or the search process, please contact Karen McArdle ([email protected])
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