Research Fellow develops the strategy and vision to position a project from inception through completion; creates teams and collaborations that understand the project's direction. Communicates direction through words or actions to inspire team members to reach goals. Being a Research Fellow also responsible for planning and budgeting. Requires a PhD in their field of specialty. Additionally, Research Fellow typically reports to a top management. The Research Fellow manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Research Fellow typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Interested candidates should apply through our online application portal. For any queries, please contact Bruce Skinner at rbskinne@med.umich.edu.
We are excited to announce that our cardiovascular research program is now accepting applications for new Postdoctoral Training Positions in Cardiovascular Aging Research. This initiative offers an opportunity for students to be part of a collaborative and innovative research environment that aims to push the boundaries of what we know about cardiovascular aging.
This is a unique opportunity for early-career researchers to engage in cutting-edge research aimed at understanding the mechanisms and implications of cardiovascular aging. The research projects would focus on how the integration of different scientific disciplines can enhance our understanding of cardiovascular aging. Projects with translational impact and potential clinical applications are encouraged.
In a world where the population is aging at an unprecedented rate, understanding the intricacies of cardiovascular health has never been more critical. Cardiovascular diseases remain a leading cause of morbidity and mortality in older adults, making our research timely and essential for improving healthcare outcomes. As a postdoctoral fellow in our program, you will have the unique opportunity to delve into complex scientific questions, contribute to groundbreaking research, and pave the way for new therapeutic strategies aimed at enhancing cardiovascular health in aging populations.
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What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
Professional development
Fellows are appointed full-time for a 12-month period, with the expectation that the appointment will be renewed each year for three-five years. Position will be tentatively begin in July 2024.
The Multidisciplinary Cardiovascular Aging (M-BoCA) center is strategically architected to serve as an interdisciplinary research hub, amalgamating diverse heterogeneous and synergistic scientific proficiencies. Our primary objectives are to elevate the methodological rigor of cardiovascular aging research and amplify the volume and impact of scholarly contributions. Specifically, we are committed to advancing our understanding of the molecular, cellular, and systemic mechanisms through which aging modulates cardiovascular physiology and contributes to associated pathologies.
Incorporated within the program's framework are essential educational and training dimensions. These include implementing an enhanced mentorship model designed to cultivate trainees' academic and research skills at various career stages. Additionally, the program is committed to organizing specialized educational forums that serve as platforms for disseminating and critically evaluating emerging research in the field of cardiovascular aging.
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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.
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RESEARCH FELLOW (Cardiovascular Aging Research)
RESEARCH FELLOW
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-Time
Regular
Exempt
Medical School
MM Int Med-Cardiology
2/23/2024 - 5/23/2024
Research Fellows