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Job Summary

The Center for Surgical Innovation within the Department of Surgery is seeking a part time research assistant. This individual will work with both the Director and Associate Director of Surgical Innovation to support planning and research for the center. Students are eligible to apply for 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.

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 savingsResponsibilities*Assist and support planning and research related to the Center for Surgical Innovation programming, including the Michigan Surgical Innovation Accelerator, Surgical Innovation Discovery Course and other special programs and courses. Assist with manuscript development with the research team.Attend meetings with faculty, residents, students, and industry partners involved in various surgical innovation research projects.Other duties, as assigned, to surgical innovation research at the Center for Surgical Innovation (CSI).Required Qualifications*Previous academic and/or work experience related to health sciences or biomedical commercialization is highly desirable.Familiarity with (or willingness to learn about) biomedical innovation and commercialization.Excellent work ethic.Superb attention to detail and outstanding organizational skills. Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.Ability to effectively communicate with staff and faculty of all levelsAbility and willingness to work some evenings, in accordance with study needs. Desired Qualifications*Experience with manuscript development 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 Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.