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.

Please send cover letter and CV to:

Bruce Miller, M.D., M.S.
Chief, Sports Medicine & Shoulder Surgery
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
University of Michigan Health System
2912 Taubman Center
Ann Arbor, MI  48109-5328

cjberrig@med.umich.edu

Summary

The University of Michigan Medical School's Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is presently recruiting a Faculty Physician in Primary Care Sports Medicine. This is an excellent opportunity clinically to adopt a mature sports medicine practice, as well as teach at a major medical center while living in one of the best small cities in the country. The position provides an opportunity for team physician responsibilities with elite local and national programs. MedSport, the UM sports medicine center, is a 50,000 sq. ft. state of the art facility. Research is also a focal point of this position, with unique opportunity to partner with academic faculty in engineering, kinesiology, athletic performance and molecular biology. The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages females and minorities to apply.

Michigan Medicine seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and to maintain the excellence of the University. We welcome applications from anyone who would bring additional dimensions to the University’s research, teaching, and clinical mission, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. The University of Michigan as a whole, is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all persons and will not discriminate against any individual because of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, height, weight, or veteran status.   The University of Michigan is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Required Qualifications*

Candidates will have an M.D. and be board certified or eligible for certification in a primary care specialty, should have completed a primary care sports medicine fellowship, and have passed, or be eligible to to take,  the CAQ exam in sports medicine. They should hold or have the ability to obtain the appropriate medical licenses in the State of Michigan. Evidence of clinical competence and competence in clinical and didactic teaching is expected. Previous experience as team physician with elite local and national programs is favored. Expertise with image-guided interventions is favored.

Candidates should demonstrate outstanding teaching and clinical care abilities and have associated research interests as demonstrated by publications in peer-reviewed journals and evidence of ability to obtain external funding.

Desired Qualifications*

It is desirable for candidates to have experience and skill caring for patients from diverse backgrounds and working with/mentoring diverse populations in academic training.

Underfill Statement

This position is posted as Clinical Assistant Professor/Clinical Associate Professor.  The rank of the selected candidate will depend on qualifications.

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/AA Statement

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

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine.  This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.   More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.