Job Description

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your CV. 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 Department of Molecular & Integrative Physiology seeks applications for a Research Investigator to conduct independent investigations relating to obesity and obesity-linked liver disease and focusing on the roles of RNA modifications and RNA-binding proteins in liver health and disease.

The successful candidate will be expected to work primarily with genetically modified mice, diet-induced obesity and liver disease, metabolically phenotyping, and state of the art technologies to assess RNA modifications and RNA binding proteins, while also participating in the supervision of laboratory technicians, graduate students, and undergraduate trainees.

Responsibilities*

The Research Investigator will be expected to work largely independently, write drafts of manuscripts, present data at national/international meetings and apply for relevant funding when eligible. The successful candidate will also participate in the supervision of technicians, graduate and undergraduate students, attend lab meetings and relevant seminars and participate in necessary training modules (including Responsible Conduct of Research).

Required Qualifications*

Successful candidates must have: (i) an outstanding research training with previous experience in obesity, metabolism, liver disease, RNA modifications, and RNA-binding proteins (ii) a PhD, MD or combined degrees with postdoctoral training (iii) a well-defined research direction with an excellent publication record that is commensurate with the level of training; (V) the critical elements of teaching (e.g., knowledge of subject matter, skill in presentation, enthusiastic approach).

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.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

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