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 Au Lab in the Gilbert S. Omenn Department of Computational Medicine and Bioinformatics is seeking a Postdoc that will play a critical role in advancing the research mission of the department by leading and supporting high-impact research projects. The position will contribute specialized technical and analytical expertise, oversee day-to-day research activities, and ensure timely completion of project milestones. The postdoc will also contribute to manuscript preparation, grant development, and interdisciplinary collaborations. This role adds value by increasing research productivity, enhancing the quality of outputs, and strengthening the national and international research profile of University of Michigan.
Responsibilities*
The Research Fellow will conduct advanced research under the supervision of Dr. Au, contributing to project design, execution, analysis, and dissemination. Key responsibilities include:
- Design and conduct independent and collaborative research
- Analyze and interpret data by using or developing appropriate methodologies
- Prepare manuscripts for publications
- Assist in the development of grant proposals and reports
- Mentor graduate and undergraduate students
- Present findings at conferences and seminars
- Maintain compliance with institutional and sponsor requirements
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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.