Instructor and Director, Student Research

Instructor and Director, Student Research

Position Title
:
Instructor and Director, Student Research

Position Type
:
Faculty (Full Time)

Department
:
College of Medicine, Office of the Dean

Pay Grade
: 2

Position Summary
:
Full-time non-tenure track junior faculty position to provide oversight of the medical student research program and training for students in research. Collaborates with faculty, clinical partners, and institutional leadership to foster a culture of scholarship, expand research opportunities, and enhance the academic mission of the medical school through student engagement in research and scholarly dissemination. Facilitates scholarly productivity resulting in peer-reviewed publications, manuscript development, and regional and national conference presentations.

• Teaching and Clinical Service
  :
  Develop a series of lectures and workshops to train students in research. These will be directed at preclinical medical students but open to all students across the university.
• Service
  :
  Actively participate on college and university committees as appropriate; join state and national professional organizations. Service obligations are evaluated by level of participation and engagement.
• Research
  :
  Develop, implement, and manage research opportunities that promote student scholarly activity and dissemination. Mentor medical students (M1–M4) in research design, project implementation, data analysis, scientific writing, and presentation preparation. Collaborate with COM Student Affairs and the Office of the Vice President for Research to advise students on research opportunities. Facilitate student participation in institutional research symposia and external scientific meetings, supporting the preparation and submission of abstracts, posters, and oral presentations.
• Other Duties
  :
  Perform other duties as assigned.

Education
:
Doctoral degree in a health-related field (M.D., D.O., Ph.D.)

Experience

• Eligibility for a faculty appointment at the Instructor level.
• Demonstrated experience conducting and disseminating scholarly research.
• Demonstrated experience mentoring medical students in research and scholarly activities.
• Experience helping students navigate the peer-reviewed and publication process.
• Knowledge about options for managing publication costs.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an academic setting.

Personal Attributes

• Strong motivation and ambition to build a career in academic medicine.
• Openness to mentorship and guidance.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Healthcare Coverage
:
Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual;
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA); short- and long-term disability coverage; long-term care coverage options; life insurance.

Retirement
:
State retirement plan with 14% employer matching.

Paid Time Off
:
Generous vacation and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays each year.

Additional Benefits
:
Educational benefits with partner universities; ongoing professional growth via on-site training and Lean Six Sigma certification; employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work-life balance.

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer, and other office equipment.

NEOMED may require vaccinations as a condition of attendance and employment; exemptions may be granted for valid medical reasons, sincerely held religious beliefs, and matters of conscience.