Associate Director for Research and Scholarship & Assistant Professor: Division of Hospital Medicine Join to apply for the Associate Director for Research and Scholarship & Assistant Professor: Division of Hospital Medicine role at University of Minnesota

About The Job The Division of Hospital Medicine within the Department of Medicine is seeking an Associate Director for Research and Scholarship. The person in this role will report to the Division Director and will have primary accountability for coordinating, collating, reporting, and improving the Division of Hospital Medicine’s research and scholarship efforts, as well as conducting their own successful program of research. This role will have protected (non-clinical) time for research and academic pursuits. The Associate Director will lead a DHM Research and Scholarship Committee, report to the DHM Executive Council, and collaborate with Departmental, Medical School, and University research leaders to enhance research efforts, increase funding, and foster scholarly output. The role also involves recruitment and retention of research-focused faculty and supporting scholarship across multiple domains, including quality improvement, clinical research, and educational scholarship. Advancement within the institution depends on demonstrating clinical and scholarly achievement.

Responsibilities Educational Responsibilities

Develop and lead DHM Research and Scholarship Committee

Strategically invest funds to build research capacity and infrastructure in DHM

Mentor DHM faculty in research

Promote Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in research and scholarship

Perform annual reviews with faculty in collaboration with the Division Director

Coordinate monthly DHM research seminars

Serve as a role model for research and scholarship in hospital medicine

Clinical Responsibilities

Attend internal medicine teaching and care services at the University of Minnesota Medical Center

Participate in evening, overnight, and weekend clinical shifts

Qualifications Required:

Board eligibility or certification in Internal Medicine or Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

Excellence in patient care

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion

Medical license in Minnesota or ability to attain one

Successful research funding and scholarly output

Experience in mentorship and collaboration

Preferred: Advanced training in research and/or quality improvement

Application Process Applicants should submit a cover letter detailing research and scholarship experience, ideas for advancing research efforts, and how they will support diversity and inclusion. They must also demonstrate eligibility to work in the U.S. and complete the online application process.

Compensation and Benefits The salary begins at $55,000, with additional clinical salary through University of Minnesota Physicians. The role is a 75%-100% appointment with a comprehensive benefits package, including paid holidays, health plans, retirement, and other employee benefits.

Additional Information The position is open until filled. For accommodations during the application process, contact employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR. The university values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity employment. Employment is contingent upon background check clearance.

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