Michigan Medicine, based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is part of one of the world’s leading universities.

Michigan Medicine is a premier, highly ranked academic medical center and award-winning health care system with state-of-the-art facilities. Our vision is to create the future of health care through scientific discovery, innovations in education, and the most effective and compassionate care. 

We want to be the leader in health care, health care reform, and biomedical innovation.

Michigan Medicine includes the U-M Hospitals and Health Centers; the U-M Medical School and its Faculty Group Practice; one of the nation's largest biomedical research communities; and education programs that train thousands of future health professionals and scientists each year. We were formerly known as the University of Michigan Medical Center; today that term applies generally to the collection of buildings on our main medical campus in Ann Arbor. 

We have a close partnership with the U-M School of Nursing and other health sciences schools at U-M. Through  the Michigan Health Corporation, we are able to form partnerships outside of our University.

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

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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.

**Job Summary**

The **Senior Director of Strategic Communications ** is Michigan Medicine's lead strategist and trusted advisor for enterprise-wide internal communication. This role designs and governs an integrated internal communications ecosystem that informs, engages, and mobilizes faculty, staff, learners, and leaders across Michigan Medicine's education, research, clinical and statewide operations.

Serving as a high-level consultant to senior leadership, the Senior Director provides executive counsel, develops clear narrative and messaging architecture, and builds scalable channels and measurement practices that strengthen culture, accelerate change, and advance organizational priorities. The role leads a team of communications professionals and works in close partnership with colleagues across the Department of Communication to deliver coordinated, measurable results aligned with enterprise strategic and business priorities.

This role reports to the Chief Communications & Marketing Officer at Michigan Medicine.

Responsibilities*

**Strategy, Governance & Integration**

- Own the enterprise internal communications strategy and editorial governance model, ensuring consistent standards, processes, style, and tone while enabling appropriate local customization.

- Establish an integrated channel and platform approach (e.g., intranet, leader communications, campaigns, toolkits), reducing duplication and improving efficiency and impact of communications.

- Lead strategic planning, prioritization and execution for internal communications initiatives tied to Michigan Medicine tripartite mission and goals, including outcomes oriented communications plans for major operational, financial, clinical, education, research, and cultural priorities.

- Build and maintain a measurement framework (insight, analytics, and feedback loops) to evaluate effectiveness, inform decision making, and drive continuous improvement, with regular reporting to key stakeholders.

- Draft and/or oversee drafting of talking points, key messages, remarks, presentations and internal announcements for high-visibility moments (e.g., results, major initiatives, change efforts), keeping in mind the unique perspectives of learners, researchers, clinical care and operations teams and governance when appropriate.

- Collaborate with communications leads for the EVPMA/CEO and Medical School Dean, Public Relations and other communications functions to develop and align high-impact executive visibility and messaging across internal and external audiences and ensure consistency when appropriate.

**Culture, Engagement & Change Leadership**

- Lead communications approaches that strengthen culture, experience, and engagement across clinical, education, and research communities.

- Partner with leaders across Michigan Medicine to support change management communications that improve adoption, understanding, trust and readiness.

- Translate complex operational and financial information into clear, actionable communications that support leaders and teams and drive institutional alignment (e.g., year-end results, performance targets, investments, alliances).

**Content Strategy & Stakeholder Partnership**

- Allocate resources and set strategy for internal communications support across key centers and service lines (e.g., Cancer, Cardiovascular, Sports Medicine, Women & Children's), balancing enterprise priorities and localized needs.

- Provide strategic oversight for selected patient/consumer communications and relevant intranet content areas as assigned, ensuring consistency and alignment with enterprise narrative and standards.

- Consult with partners (e.g., physician relations, contact center management, education, research and clinical department leaders) to deliver modern, scalable solutions for recurring needs (newsletters, publications, mailings, digital content).

**Team & Vendor Leadership**

- Build, lead and develop a high-performing internal communications team (direct and matrixed), setting clear strategy, expectations, coaching talent and fostering accountability.

- Create an operating model that enables proactive consulting and strategic partnership - not only writing/editing - across Michigan Medicine.

- Identify, select and manage outside vendors/consultants as needed to augment capacity or specialized expertise.

**Supervision**

- Supervises: Direct and/or matrixed internal communications professionals; manages vendors/consultants as needed

Required Qualifications*

- 7 to 10 years of communications leadership experience in health care or similar highly regulated consumer service environments.

- Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

- Proven experience advising C-suite executives on communication strategies that drive understanding and alignment of enterprise vision, mission and strategic goals.

- Ability to navigate complex environments and meet multiple stakeholder needs in large, highly regulated organizations.

- Exceptional writing, editing, verbal and presentation skills.

- Demonstrated ability to lead through change and ambiguity with confidence, diplomacy and strong stakeholder management.

- Proven record of effective team management and consistent delivery of high-quality, error-free work with clear outcomes and measurable impact.

- Strong negotiation skills, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple complex initiatives simultaneously.

Desired Qualifications*

- Master's degree in Communications, Marketing, or related field.

- 15+ years of communications leadership experience in health care or similar highly regulated consumer service environments strongly preferred.

**Leadership Competencies**

- Executive-level consulting skills: trusted counsel, sound judgment, presence, discretion and ability to influence without authority.

- Strategic narrative leadership: ability to define, translate, and sustain a unified story and message architecture for different audiences across a complex organization.

- Data-informed decision-making: builds strategy, prioritization and recommendations grounded in analytics, research and stakeholder insight.

- Strong business acumen: understands academic medicine operations and can align communications to mission, strategy, risk and performance.

- Collaborative leadership: builds relationships and alignment across communications functions and key partners; drives shared priorities and coordinated execution.

- Operational excellence: delivers high-quality work on time and within budget; able to complete work while managing ambiguity and multiple high-stakes priorities.

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.

**What Benefits can you Look Forward to?**

- Comprehensive benefits plan options, with excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

- 2 to 1 Employer Match on retirement savings

- Paid Time Off

- Tuition Reimbursement

- Health and Wellness incentives

- Work-Life Programs - to strengthen a workplace culture that supports personal and family life, including child care, elder care, lactation resources and flexible work arrangements

- Free access to LinkedIn Learning which offers more than 20,000 high quality, on-demand courses available at any time

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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Please include cover letter with resume when applying.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Senior Director, Strategic Communications

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.

**Job Summary**

Working at Michigan Medicine affords you the opportunity to excel in specialty, surgical, and other complex and fast-paced outpatient clinical settings. If you have and enjoy using surgical and procedure-based skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!

**Perks And Benefits**

- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage

- 2:1 Match on retirement savings

- Tuition Reimbursement

- Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions

- Management that provides quality training and direction

**Applications to this posting will be considered for openings in the following areas:**

- General Surgery which includes: Acute Care Surgery, Trauma Burn, Colorectal Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Hepato-Pancreatic Biliary Surgery, Minimally Invasive Surgery and the

- Bariatric Surgery Program.

- Dermatology/ Mohs Surgery

- Wound Care

- Urology

- Podiatry

- Multispecialty

- Otolaryngology

- Ophthalmology

- Thoracic Surgery

- Ostomy Services

- Pediatrics

- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

- Orthopedic Surgery

- And other procedure-based outpatient services

Responsibilities*

- Provide routine instructions to patients regarding procedures, treatments, and follow-up care instructions as delegated by Licensed clinicians

- Participate in the pre-procedure time out process.

- Assist with and sometimes chaperone complex procedures such as flexible sigmoidoscopy, biopsy, cystoscopy, fluoroscopy, ultrasounds, rectal ultrasounds, thyroid aspirations, and esophageal dilations.

- Management of instrumentation for procedures.

- Assist with dressing changes for trauma burn and wound care patients.

- Administer medications/immunizations, injections as directed

- May complete general administrative duties as assigned including; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Disability and Return to Work forms, Electronic Medical Record in-basket messages, etc.

- Complete other clinical and non-clinical duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

- High school diploma or GED.

- Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (1 - 3 years).

- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care, and basic medical terminology.

Desired Qualifications*

- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or (RMA).

- Experience working within a large complex health care setting.

- Familiarity with electronic medical records system.

- Experience working in a surgical or procedural outpatient or inpatient setting.

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.

Work Schedule

Full Time hours, 40 hours per week, weekday schedule will vary depending on location/clinic.

May be occasional weekends.

Work Locations

Ann Arbor and Surrounding Medical Group/Health Center Locations

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Medical Assistant Associate - Clinical Procedures

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**

The Hammoud Laboratory in the Department of Human Genetics at the University of Michigan Medical School is seeking to bring on a temporary Research Assistant over the summer to assist with ZCWPW1 Organizes Telomeric Architecture to Drive Meiotic Chromosome Movements. The selected individuals would work up to 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities*

- Complete appropriate lab safety training

- Follow all instructions as directed by the PI, Lab Manager or Senior Postdoc in the lab

- Complete experiments to examine the role of ZCWPW1 in oocytes

- Record data clearly in a lab notebook

- Share recorded data with PI

Required Qualifications*

- PhD Degree

- Experience Working with the ZCWPW1 gene

- Able to work well independently and as a group

- Strong written communication skills

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

RESEARCH ASST II (TEMP)

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.

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.

**Job Summary**

We're looking for a senior level administrative assistant who genuinely enjoys the academic side of medicine, the details, the structure, the organization, and the satisfaction of getting it exactly right.

This role sits at the center of our faculty's academic and professional work, specifically supporting CV development, Elements maintenance and scholarly documentation, with additional focus on high-volume procurement and reimbursements. It's a unique blend of transactional coordination and detail-oriented academic support ideal for someone who thrives in both worlds.

Our team culture matters a lot to us! We?re collaborative, supportive, and intentionally low on chaos. We help each other out, we communicate openly, and we take pride in the work we do without taking ourselves too seriously.

This position is part of a newly designed support model that allows clinical administrative staff to focus on operations, while this role leads our academic and professional workstream. You'll partner closely with faculty, leadership, and administrative teammates to keep things moving smoothly and accurately.

We are primarily remote, with occasional in-office time at our Burlington location - conveniently off the main medical campus, with easy parking and a quieter, more flexible work environment. Join us!

**Summary**

Provides centralized support for faculty academic, professional development, and research-related administrative activities within the Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation.

This role manages work categorized as academic in nature, including faculty CV maintenance, procurement, reimbursement, research and scholarly support, and legal activity coordination. The position works closely with faculty, administrative clinical staff, and departmental leadership to ensure accurate documentation, timely processing of professional activities, and compliance with institutional requirements.

Responsibilities*

**Academic Record & CV Management**

- Maintain and update faculty CVs in accordance with Medical School formatting requirements.

- Perform regular updates and maintenance within the Elements faculty activity reporting system.

- Assist faculty with documentation of scholarly activity, publications, presentations, and professional service.

- Coordinate collection of materials required for academic promotion and review processes.

**Procurement Assistance**

This role will serve as the primary administrative resource for faculty procurement activities and will manage a high volume of purchasing transactions related to academic, research, and professional operations.

- Coordinate the ordering and procurement of goods and services required for faculty academic, research, and professional activities, including technology, supplies, professional materials, and other approved purchases.

- Initiate and process purchases using appropriate university procurement methods such as Marketsite+ and PCard transactions in accordance with university guidelines.

- Identify and utilize approved university strategic suppliers and contracted vendors when sourcing goods or services.

- Monitor and track purchase orders, delivery timelines, and order fulfillment to ensure goods and services are received accurately and on schedule.

- Assist faculty and departmental leadership in navigating procurement processes and selecting the appropriate purchasing method for goods or services.

- Track procurement activity and maintain organized records for departmental purchasing transactions.

**Reimbursements & Academic Expense Coordination**

- Process reimbursements related to professional development, travel, and academic activities.

- Assist faculty with reimbursement documentation and submission requirements.

- Maintain records of professional development expenditures and funding balances.

**Professional Development & CME Administration**

- Coordinate conference registrations, membership renewals, and related professional activities as requested.

**Scholarly & Research Support**

- Assist clinical faculty with preparation of biosketches and academic documentation required for grants or collaborations.

**Legal, Deposition, and Subpoena Coordination**

- Coordinate administrative aspects of legal inquiries involving faculty, including depositions, subpoenas, legal meeting coordination, billing for legal activities.

- Serve as liaison with institutional legal team to ensure proper documentation and scheduling

- Track legal requests and assist with billing documentation when required.

**Departmental Workflow Coordination**

- Serve as the primary administrative contact for academic workstream requests submitted through departmental intake channels.

- Collaborate with clinical administrative pod staff to ensure requests are routed appropriately between operational and academic workstreams.

**Collaboration & Communication**

- Work closely with the Department Administrative Manager to monitor workload distribution and address complex or escalated requests.

- Collaborate with administrative pod staff to ensure seamless support for faculty needs.

- Participate in departmental administrative meetings and process improvement initiatives.

Required Qualifications*

Senior Level: Bachelor's degree and a minimum of two (2) years of administrative experience supporting academic, research, or professional activities OR four (4) or more years of administrative experience in an academic medicine or higher education environment.

Open to underfill as Administrative Assistant Intermediate Healthcare with required qualifications of high school education or equivalent and two to four years of administrative experience in an academic medicine or higher education environment.

**Key Competencies**

- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage documentation, track detailed information, and maintain accurate records.

- Experience coordinating complex requests and activities across multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

- Strong attention to detail and documentation accuracy.

- Ability to manage multiple deadlines and requests simultaneously.

- Excellent written communication and organizational skills.

- Collaborative approach to problem solving and workflow coordination.

Desired Qualifications*

- Experience working in an academic medical center environment.

- Familiarity with faculty activity reporting systems (e.g., Elements, Marketsite+).

- Experience supporting academic promotion processes.

- Experience coordinating academic reimbursements and professional development funding.

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.

**What Benefits can you Look Forward to?**

- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day

- 2:1 Match on retirement savings

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.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8-5

Work Locations

Combination of remote and in-person work at 325 E. Eisenhower Pkwy, Ann Arbor, MI

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

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 Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Administrative Assistant Senior/Intermediate Healthcare

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.

**Job Summary**

Working at Michigan Medicine affords you the opportunity to excel in specialty, surgical, and other complex and fast-paced outpatient clinical settings. If you have and enjoy using surgical and procedure-based skills, this opportunity is perfect for you!

**Perks And Benefits**

- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage

- 2:1 Match on retirement savings

- Tuition Reimbursement

- Growth opportunities to higher seniority positions

- Management that provides quality training and direction

**Applications to this posting will be considered for openings in the following areas:**

- Primary Care (Adult, Pediatric, and Geriatric populations)

- Specialty Pediatrics

- Psychiatry Services

- Neurology

- Cancer

- Cardiovascular

- Dermatology

- And other clinically-based outpatient services

Responsibilities*

- Room patients and perform standard patient intake including vitals

- Assist with minor clinical office procedures

- Performs standard medical laboratory/Point of Care (POC) testing.

- Administer medications/immunizations, injections as directed

- Respond to general patient inquiries regarding treatment and clinic policies and procedures.

- Coordinate patient care with outside health agencies.

- May complete general administrative duties as assigned including; Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Disability and Return to Work forms, Electronic Medical Record in-basket messages, etc.

- Complete other clinical and non-clinical duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications*

- High school diploma or GED.

- Completion of a Medical Assistant program OR current enrollment in, or completion of coursework in a healthcare professional program (e.g., medical school, PA program, nursing program, or related clinical training) OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (1 - 3 years).

- Demonstrated knowledge of clinical workflows, patient care, and basic medical terminology.

Desired Qualifications*

- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or (RMA).

- Experience working within a large complex health care setting.

- Familiarity with electronic medical records system.

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.

Work Schedule

Full Time hours, 40 hours per week, weekday schedule will vary depending on location/clinic.

May be occasional weekends.

Work Locations

Ann Arbor and Surrounding Medical Group/Health Center Locations

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Medical Assistant Associate - Clinical

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**

The onWHARD team in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology is seeking a Research Area Specialist to serve as a Senior-level contributor and day-to-day driver of complex, high-impact research activities and dissemination. Reporting to the Research Area Specialist, Lead, this role operates with considerable latitude and independent decision-making authority within a recognized research unit.

The Research Area Spl. Senior Specialist will develop, design, and conduct large and complex research projects, with particular emphasis on qualitative and mixed methods approaches. The role will also author and co-author peer-reviewed manuscripts and high-visibility dissemination products (e.g., reports, briefs, toolkits, presentations), translate research for academic, clinical, community, and public audiences, and support acquisition of research funding through proposals and project narratives. This position will frequently serve as a liaison across departments, collaborators, and community partners, ensuring rigorous methods, ethical compliance, and high-quality deliverables aligned with onWHARD priorities in women?s health, fibroids/heavy menstrual bleeding, health equity, and reproductive disparities.

Responsibilities*

Research Leadership & Project Execution

- Independently lead major components of one or more large, complex studies from design through dissemination, in partnership with the Lead and faculty PIs.

- Formulate and refine research questions, analytic plans, and mixed methods designs; propose options to improve study quality and feasibility.

- Identify risks (recruitment barriers, data quality issues, timeline threats), recommend solutions, and implement corrective actions with minimal supervision.

- Develop research protocols and criteria; determine interview and/or focus group procedures and approve qualitative protocols; may design intervention protocols as appropriate to project aims.

Qualitative Methods (Core)

- Design and execute qualitative workstreams: develop interview guides, conduct and/or moderate interviews & focus groups, oversee transcription/de-identification, and manage secure qualitative datasets.

- Independently lead development of codebooks; conduct thematic/grounded analysis; produce analytic memos and synthesis that connect findings to theory, context, and implications.

- Supervise and verify qualitative data collection and coding quality; ensure methodological rigor and reproducibility using established qualitative standards.

Quantitative & Mixed-Methods Integration

- Contribute to survey development and administration (e.g., Qualtrics/REDCap) and support descriptive/inferential analyses (e.g., STATA/R) as needed.

- Integrate qualitative and quantitative findings into cohesive study narratives, ensuring alignment with research aims and translational goals.

Grant Writing, Dissemination, Scientific Writing, & Research Translation

- Serve as primary author and/or co-author on manuscripts; draft substantial sections (methods, results, discussion) and ensure coherent storytelling supported by data.

- Produce dissemination products tailored to audience and purpose, including policy- and community-facing briefs, toolkits, reports, webinars, slide decks, and conference materials.

- Co-present with faculty investigators at internal/external meetings and conferences; support public-facing research translation as appropriate to project needs.

- Stakeholder & Community Engagement

- Build and sustain relationships with collaborators across academia, clinical teams, community organizations, and external stakeholders.

- Facilitate research partnerships, including incorporating community input into study design, interpretation, and dissemination plans.

- Funding Development & Reporting

- Assist in acquiring research funding by drafting components of grant proposals, progress reports, and sponsor-facing narratives (including qualitative/mixed-methods approach sections).

- Support development of high-impact dissemination plans that align with project goals and stakeholder needs.

- Supervision, Operations & Financial Management

- May supervise exempt and non-exempt research and support personnel (e.g., research assistants, transcription/coding staff), including training on protocols and quality standards.

- Monitor study budgets relevant to assigned projects; research, recommend, and purchase supplies/equipment/software as needed within unit guidelines.

- Maintain oversight of literature reviews and reference management for assigned projects.

Ethics, Compliance, and Research Integrity

- Ensure adherence to ethical research principles, IRB requirements, data security practices, and applicable University policies.

- Maintain accurate documentation of protocols, analytic decisions, and data handling procedures.

Required Qualifications*

- PhD required in a relevant field (e.g., anthropology, sociology, public health, health services research, related social/behavioral sciences) or a discipline directly related to the duties of the position.

- Minimum 6 years of related experience post-degree leading or substantially directing complex research projects; 10+ years strongly preferred.

- Demonstrated advanced expertise in qualitative research (interviews/focus groups, protocol development, coding, thematic/grounded analysis) and experience integrating findings into mixed-methods or applied health research.

- Strong record of peer-reviewed publications and evidence of high-quality scientific writing across formats (manuscripts, reports, briefs, grant content).

- Demonstrated ability to operate independently with considerable latitude, making decisions on matters of significance within scope of responsibilities.

- Proven supervisory and financial management experience (e.g., supervising staff/teams; managing project budgets, supporting purchasing or vendor coordination).

- Excellent interpersonal communication skills and demonstrated success working with diverse collaborators and community partners.

- Proficiency with qualitative analysis software (NVivo/ATLAS.ti/Dedoose), reference management systems, and common research/project management tools.

Desired Qualifications*

- Experience conducting research in women?s health, maternal and child health, reproductive health, fibroids/heavy menstrual bleeding, reproductive justice, health equity, and/or disparities research.

- Experience translating research to policy, media, and public audiences; comfort supporting dissemination strategies that extend beyond academic publication.

- Familiarity with University of Michigan research processes (IRB, procurement, sponsored projects) or ability to learn quickly.

- Experience mentoring trainees and interdisciplinary teams in applied research methods and evidence-based storytelling.

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.

Work Locations

University Hospital South (UHS), Ann Arbor, MI. This position is hybrid with 3 days onsite required and occasional travel across Michigan for community-engaged activities and dissemination events.

Additional Information

This is a term limited position with funding for one year. There is a possibility that funding will be extended.

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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Research Area Specialist Sr (TERM LIMITED)

EGI Battery is leading the advanced battery charge for America with high-energy and high-power silicon enhanced NMC pouch cells. We are engineering the next generation of advanced lithium‑ion cells for demanding drone UAV, aerospace, and robotic applications with cell capacities ranging from 9Ah to 50Ah available in mass production. 

We are headquartered in Ann Arbor, MI and anchored by the Zeeb Campus just outside of Detroit to scale U.S. battery manufacturing that delivers secure, resilient domestic supply at commercial volumes. 

Our phased buildout starts with filling and formation in 2026 to full assembly in 2027 with ISO9001 and AS9100 certifications reaching full NDAA‑compliance. EGI supports both OEM‑specific battery customization and high‑volume
production for module/pack development. Inquire further about our low‑MOQ customization or request samples contacting sales@egibattery.com.

Welcome to EGI - Excellence. Growth. Innovation.

Industry: Energy Technology
Company Size: 11-50 employees

EGI Battery

**Supply Chain Manager (Senior Level) **

**Location: ** Ann Arbor, MI

**Full-time Monday–Friday **

**About EGI Battery **

EGI Battery is a U.S.-based manufacturer of advanced lithium-ion batteries, focused on delivering NDAA-compliant energy solutions for critical applications. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, EGI is building a secure, domestic supply chain to support the growing demand for high-performance batteries in drone, eVTOL, and energy storage markets.

**Position Summary **

We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead sourcing strategy, supplier qualification, and compliance-driven procurement across our battery materials and equipment categories. This role is central to building a resilient, cost-effective, and FEOC-compliant supply base that supports both prototype and production-scale operations.

You will drive supplier identification, negotiation, risk management, and compliance alignment while partnering closely with Finance, Quality, and Operations to ensure materials availability and cost transparency.

**Key Responsibilities **

- Identify and qualify U.S. and non-China suppliers for cell materials, components, and equipment.

- Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, and delivery schedules to support cost and margin targets.

- Establish supplier scorecards and lead ongoing supplier performance management.

- Ensure FEOC, USMCA, IRA, and NDAA compliance in all sourcing decisions.

- Collaborate with Finance, Quality, and Operations to validate supplier assumptions in financial models.

- Lead risk mitigation strategies including multi-sourcing, inventory buffers, and supply continuity plans.

- Support engineering change processes and assess supply chain impacts across quality, cost, and operations.

- Track KPIs for supplier quality, on-time delivery, and cost performance.

**Within 3 Months You Will: **

- Build the supplier qualification and localization plan for core materials.

- Launch supplier scorecard framework and risk assessment model.

- Establish sourcing priorities aligned with FEOC and regulatory requirements.

**Within 6 Months You Will: **

- Complete qualification of priority suppliers for prototype and early production.

- Lead cross-functional sourcing reviews with senior leadership.

- Implement supplier performance dashboards and compliance tracking.

**Qualifications **

- B.S. or M.S. in Supply Chain, Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.

- 7–12 years in strategic sourcing or supply chain leadership in battery, automotive, or electronics.

- Deep knowledge of raw materials, supplier qualification, and contract negotiation.

- Familiarity with FEOC, USMCA, IRA, and NDAA compliance frameworks.

- Experience with supplier scorecards and risk management.

- Strong analytical, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

- Proficiency with supply chain planning and project management tools.

**Perks & Benefits **

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance through BCBS

- 100% 401(k) match up to 5% of base salary

- Opportunity to shape the future of U.S.-based energy storage manufacturing

**Physical Demands **

- Ability to sit and work at a desk for extended periods

- Domestic travel to supplier sites as needed

**Equal Opportunity Employer **

EGI Battery is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diverse perspectives and experiences and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Supply Chain Manager

**Job Summary**

Under the general direction of faculty, senior research personnel, and/or managers, responsible for the operation of a specialized educational/social science research area within a recognized unit. Helps develop, design, and conduct research projects according to plan. Consults with users to refine or adapt methodologies to fit specific research requirements, collaborates in the development of new techniques, and develops instruments. Collects, screens, and participates in data analysis. Conducts literature reviews and may contribute to or be the sole author of articles and grant proposals.

Responsibilities*

- Draft and edit manuscripts, abstracts, and reports; support grant-related writing as needed.

- Support qualitative data collection (interviews/focus groups), including developing guides and managing study materials.

- Coordinate recruitment activities and create participant-facing materials.

- Manage study operations (scheduling, meeting notes, tracking milestones).

- Assist with data management and analysis (qualitative coding; basic descriptive stats if applicable).

- Create dissemination products (slides, infographics) for academic and community audiences.

Required Qualifications*

- Bachelor's Degree completed or in progress in a field of social science (e.g., anthropology, psychology, sociology, social work, public health)

- Minimum 1 academic year of experience in the human subjects research area, preferably on federally/foundation-funded contracts and/or grants

- Previous experience with community-engaged research

- Previous experiences or training in mixed-methods research

- Previous experience or training in social science data collection methods and survey research

- Previous experience or training in the use of design software (i.e., Canva or Adobe Creative Suite)

- Competency with Microsoft Suite and Google Workspace

- Able to manage time, organize, and complete multiple tasks and meet deadlines

- Personal commitment to high-quality work and exceptional attention to detail

- Regularly exercise good judgment with regard to setting priorities

Desired Qualifications*

- Experience and proficiency with data collection tools (i.e., Qualtrics)

- Previous experience and proficiency using data analysis software for qualitative data (i.e., MaxQDA)

- Experience and proficiency in creating infographics for policy, academic, and lay audiences

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

RESEARCH ASST I (TEMP)

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Why Work at Michigan?

Being part of something greater, of serving a larger mission of discovery and care — that's the heart of what drives people to work at Michigan. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. It's adding a purpose to your profession. Work at Michigan and become a victor for the greater good.

Industry: Higher Education
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

University of Michigan

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