Summary

The University of Michigan

College of Pharmacy

Assistant Professor Tenure-Track Faculty Position

The University of Michigan College of Pharmacy (U-M CoP), Department of Clinical Pharmacy (DCP) seeks qualified candidates for a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of assistant professor to broaden existing scholarship within the college and the U-M community. This position is supported in part by the NIH Faculty Institutional Recruitment for Sustainable Transformation (FIRST) and augmented by the Michigan Program for Advancing Cultural Transformation (M-PACT). The NIH FIRST Program aims to transform academic culture to build a self-reinforcing community of scientists committed to diversity and inclusive excellence.

• Program Areas of research and teaching can be broad and may include, but are not limited to:
• Clinical translational research to discover or refine therapeutic approaches
• Health informatics and data science approaches to transforming clinical practice
• Health services research to understand and improve clinical practice and outcomes.

The above topics applied to specific practice areas within underrepresented populations such as pregnancy, pediatrics, geriatrics, or other health issues affecting underrepresented minority communities

We especially welcome scholars who have demonstrated a commitment to translating research into practice.

This position is part of a new faculty cluster hire from M-PACT in the Biomedical and Health Sciences at the University of Michigan that will hire 30 new tenure-track assistant professors into three interdisciplinary research clusters: Basic Biomedical Research; Clinical-Translational Research; and Social and Behavioral Research, to build a sustainable scientific community that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and welcoming.

The successful candidate will have 75% protected research time for their first 7 years and will be expected to build an independent, externally funded research program. Teaching and service expectations will be defined in collaboration with the Department Chair. Candidates should demonstrate the potential for or experience with leadership in research and professional activities, including publication, research funding, participation in collaborative and interdisciplinary initiatives, and service to the College, University, and broader academic community. They must be able to articulate how they will support the College's mission.

Eligibility Requirements

• A terminal degree in a relevant area (e.g. Pharm.D., Ph.D., M.D., D.PH.) conferred by July 1, 2024.
• Has a strong research background in an area of clinical pharmacy and translational sciences.
• A demonstrated track-record of promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion within their field of study through their own research, teaching/mentoring, and/or service activities as well as a commitment to continue to promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the future through these and/or other activities.
• Have never had a tenure-track faculty appointment in an institution of higher education.
• Is currently and will continue to be eligible for NIH funding throughout their time in the program.
• ORCID iD: All applications are required to have an ORCID iD. If you do not already have an ORCID iD, you may register for one on the ORCID website.

About the University of Michigan College of Pharmacy

The U-M CoP was established in 1876 and was the first created within a state-supported University. In addition to the Pharm.D. program, the College has a B.S. in pharmaceutical sciences, M.S. in Integrated Pharmaceutical Sciences, and three Ph.D. programs. The College of Pharmacy was recently named one of America's top colleges by US News and World Report (currently ranked #3).  For more information about UM-CoP, please visit: https://pharmacy.umich.edu/ .

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to submit a cover letter & CV, research statement, diversity statement, teaching statement, service statement, reprints or pre-prints of publications, and letters of recommendation. Specific details about this application requirement and portal for submission are accessible through: https://research.umich.edu/m-pact/how-to-apply/

We highly encourage you to direct inquiries about this position to the chair of our faculty search committee, Dr. Daniel Hertz (DLHertz@med.umich.edu ).  Consideration of applications will be on a rolling basis.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The Department of Clinical Pharmacy, the College of Pharmacy, and the University of Michigan seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve our diverse constituents, and to maintain the excellence of the Department, College, and University. The University of Michigan, NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation grant awardee, is supportive of the needs of dual career couples, and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. It is committed to fostering and maintaining a diverse work culture that respects the rights and dignity of each individual, without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religious creed, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, gender expression, height, weight, marital status, disability, medical condition, age, or veteran status.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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