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.
Job Summary
We are seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to support the Medical and Extended Reality (MIXR) NSF IUCRC grant. This role will be responsible for contributing to the design and implementation of research projects focused on XR simulation, education, and training. The position also involves recruiting and engaging industry partners as paying members of the MIXR center, assisting in the development of manuscripts, and participating in meetings with faculty, residents, students, and external stakeholders. Occasional travel may be required.
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.
Responsibilities*
- Support the design and execution of XR-based research projects and contribute to technical development for ongoing and future initiatives.
- Solicit and recruit industry partners for MIXR center membership and maintain stakeholder relationships.
- Assist in preparing manuscripts and academic outputs in collaboration with the research team.
- Attend and contribute to meetings with internal and external MIXR collaborators, including occasional travel.
Required Qualifications*
- Coursework or experience in extended reality, learning design, digital media production, medical technologies, or related fields
- Willingness to take on unfamiliar, complex tasks that require specific processes
- Familiarity with drafting documentation and iterative development
- 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 levels
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.