Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (T/TT) - Primary Care Researcher

Hiring Department

MU Family and Community Medicine (FCM)

Job Description

MU Family and Community Medicine (FCM) seeks an experienced primary care researcher with a strong background in family medicine, public health, or a related field, with a deep commitment to advancing primary care through both applied and translational research.

The department’s ten community-based family medicine clinics staffed by our faculty and residents, with five in surrounding rural areas, form a rich laboratory for implementation science. Furthermore, the Missouri Practice-based Innovations Network (MO-PIN), a practice-based research network with access to over fifty primary care clinics, is housed in and led by FCM researchers. FCM has a supportive cadre of researchers and department funded research infrastructure that includes a librarian, a data analyst, and a grants management team.

Committed to the mission of the University of Missouri, FCM researchers seek to bridge the gap between academic research and real-world impact, enhancing the health and well-being of families and communities across the state and beyond.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

MD, PhD

Candidates Will Be Evaluated On

A history of extramural funding will be eligible for tenure track positions and start-up funding to contribute to their success.

Expertise in designing and conducting high-impact studies to address pressing health issues relevant to diverse populations, particularly in rural and underserved communities is desired.

Ability to collaborate and thrive in interdisciplinary teams with a track record of securing funding from federal agencies, publishing in peer-reviewed journals, and presenting at national and international conferences.

Application Materials

In addition to filling out the online application please be prepared to upload a CV, research statement, and teaching statement.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person’s success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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