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.
Job Summary
The University of Michigan Injury Prevention Center is one of nine CDC-funded Injury Control Research Centers nationally, that conducts, translates, and accelerates injury prevention research into practice and policy to reduce the burden of injuries across the Great Lakes and US. While we cover many injury topics, we have particular focus on the prevention of: opioid overdose, suicide, firearm injury, youth violence (including sexual violence), motor vehicle crash, concussion, and older adult falls. The Center is seeking a highly motivated individual with a background in public health or a related field, who has the ability to adapt and be flexible in a dynamic academic research Center. This individual will assist in developing, researching, managing, and completing a wide range and variety of projects and materials across the Outreach, Training and Education, and Administrative Cores of the Injury Prevention Center.
Job Summary
The University of Michigan Injury Prevention Center is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and motivated person to play a key role in supporting the Center?s dynamic portfolio of research, training, and outreach activities.
Housed within the Department of Emergency Medicine, the University of Michigan Injury Prevention Center is one of eleven CDC-funded Injury Control Research Centers in the nation. The Center advances innovative injury prevention research, translates evidence into practice, and fosters partnerships that help reduce the burden of injuries across the Great Lakes region and the United States. Our work brings together researchers, trainees, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and community partners to create meaningful, real-world impact.
This position offers an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys being at the heart of a collaborative and mission-driven team. The successful candidate will support activities within the research center to meet the goals and deliverables of the team.
Responsibilities*
- Coordinate activities for the Training and Education Core and Outreach Core initiatives, translating project plans into actionable tasks, tracking timelines and deliverables, facilitating communication among collaborators, and monitoring progress toward program objectives.
- Coordinate and implement the center communications to ensure website updates, social media posts, emails, and event promotion are completed on time and in the appropriate communication format.
- Coordinate the development of online and print educational tools and resources applying public health and social work knowledge to identify relevant evidence, curate readings and materials, and collaborate with content experts to develop accessible, culturally responsive learning content.
- Translate research findings into clear, audience-appropriate communications materials, including research briefs, one-page summaries, videos, and infographics, to support dissemination among practitioners, community partners, policymakers, and the public.
- Represent and participate in coordinating Center events and conferences, communicating the Center's research and educational priorities, engaging community and professional partners, and identifying opportunities for collaboration.
- Support faculty and staff in research project implementation, including participant recruitment, preparing and maintaining Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and other regulatory documentation, coordinating required materials, tracking submissions and deadlines, and supporting adherence to applicable research requirements.
- Coordinate the Continuing Medical Education (CME) accreditation process for webinars, symposiums, and other educational programs, including preparation of application materials, coordination with accreditation partners, and maintenance of required documentation.
- Support program evaluation and continuous improvement, coordinating participant feedback and engagement data, summarizing findings, and recommending improvements to educational activities and communications.
Required Qualifications*
- Master?s degree in public health, social work, or related field
- Excellent interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism and discretion
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, and external partners
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities, manage competing deadlines, and maintain attention to detail
- Sound judgment, initiative, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, SharePoint, PowerPoint
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 savings
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 Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.