How to Apply
All applicants should submit a curriculum vitae and a cover letter that addresses (or includes as separate statements) research agenda, evidence and interest of teaching excellence if available, and 1 example of your research (e.g., a publication or draft article). We will ask for references and letters of recommendation at later stages of the process. All application materials must be submitted electronically via this posting at Interfolio: https://apply.interfolio.com/196787
Please direct inquiries about this position to the co-chairs of the search committee, Dr. Shawna Smith at [email protected] and Dr. Richard Hirth at [email protected] .
Consideration of applications will occur on a rolling basis. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. We will begin reviewing applications on a rolling basis, for a start date of August 2027. We expect to conduct first round interviews (virtually) in December 2026.
Job Summary
The Department of Health Management & Policy (HMP) at the University of Michigan is seeking a tenure-track faculty member at the assistant or advanced assistant level-with expertise in the fields of health services research and health policy. Individuals who have or will complete degrees in health services research or health policy, or related fields with a focus on health services such as healthcare management, health services organizations, health services quality and implementation, and related areas are encouraged to apply. With a start date of August 2027, the candidate must have completed a PhD by September 1, 2027.
We seek researchers with strong scholarly credentials and a record or promise of external research funding. The faculty member will be expected to teach in our leading master and doctorate programs, and in the School of Public Health's undergraduate program.
The Department and the School of Public Health (SPH) supports LAUNCH committees (following guidance from ADVANCE ) for each new faculty member which entails a committee including 2 senior members of the department (one in a field related to the faculty member) and two members from outside the department (at least one with field expertise) who meet every other month during the first year of the faculty member's appointment. The goal of the LAUNCH committee is to discuss all aspects of a new faculty member's transition: research, teaching, service responsibilities, work/life integration, family transitions/adjustment to Ann Arbor, and challenges or questions in any area the faculty member wants to discuss.
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
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
285261
Working Title
Assistant Professor - Health Management and Policy
Job Title
ASST PROFESSOR
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
School Pub Health
Department
Health Management and Policy
Posting Begin/End Date
11/05/2026 - 12/01/2026
Career Interest
Instructional - Regular
