How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. 

Job Summary

Seeking a postdoctoral fellow with extensive previous experience in ophthalmic epidemiology and health services research who is energetic, enthusiastic, and enjoys collaborative and independent science. Please submit your cover letter and resume.

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.

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.

Responsibilities*

• Helping to plan and carry out clinical trials and observational studies. 
• Helping to manage data collection. Analyzing quantitative data using statistical software such as R or SAS and going through the code and analytics with senior biostatisticians. 
• Conducting literature reviews. Conducting qualitative research interviews and qualitative analysis . 
• Preparing manuscripts. 
• Delivering oral presentations on research results. 

Required Qualifications*

• Doctoral training (PhD) in epidemiology, statistics, or biostatistics and is interested in vision and eye health, heath equity, and health services research
• Ability to conduct statistical analysis
• Ability to conduct literature reviews, synthesize data, and write manuscripts.
• Ability to use statistical software such as R or SAS  
• Ability to work and troubleshoot independently
• Must be proficient in Microsoft office
• The ideal candidate will show personal initiative in managing work assignments by organizing, prioritizing work in coordination with the PI, and completing tasks on deadlines. 
• The candidate must be able to work independently, work and communicate with the larger team, and regularly exercise judgment in the application research protocols. 
• This position requires strong interpersonal skills - a person who is approachable and compassionate and has the ability to think on one's feet in sensitive or difficult situations. 
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are required.

Desired Qualifications*

We are seeking a highly motivated, detail oriented, responsible individual with excellent communication and organizational skills to join our lab (Paula Anne Newman-Casey eHealth Lab (google.com)). We are seeking someone who has completed their doctoral training (PhD) in epidemiology, statistics, or biostatistics and is interested in vision and eye health, heath equity, and health services research. A PhD in a relevant field is required, as is the ability to work and troubleshoot independently , the ability to conduct statistical analysis, and the ability to conduct literature reviews, synthesize data, and write manuscripts. 

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.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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