Assistant or Associate Scientist(s)

Center for Health Policy & Health Services Research

Position Description : Henry Ford Health’s (HFH) Center for Health Policy and Health Services Research seeks applicants for multiple positions at the rank of Assistant or Associate Scientist. The ideal candidate will have expertise in health services, implementation science, big data science, health policy research or health economics. At least one position will focus on health policy research or health economics. To qualify for this position, the individual must have a PhD, MD or equivalent degree; post-doctoral research experience (min. 2 years); evidence of scholarly activity (publication of papers in peer-reviewed journals); potential to be an independent and externally-funded investigator. Research Bioscientific Staff are expected to obtain NIH or other funding; publish papers in peer-reviewed journals; report data at scientific meetings; participate in academic activities, (i.e. NIH study sections, editorial boards); and participate in HFHS research activities.

HFH Center for Health Policy and Health Services Research is a core member of the Health Care Systems Research Network. The Center works collaboratively with clinical, administrative, and research departments across all areas of the health system and the nation. Scientists conduct a wide range of studies using all types of research designs, including trials, prospective studies, and large observational studies within Henry Ford and across our participating clinical and research networks. In addition, this position will be enhanced through the Henry Ford Health + Michigan State University Health Sciences Center.

The Center: The Center for Health Policy and Health Services Research seeks to discover the underlying causal relationships that affect the effectiveness and efficiency of health care services. Through excellence in research, we strive to provide the knowledge needed to improve quality of care, maximize the health of populations, and minimize the burden of disease. The Center seeks to conduct research relevant to healthcare delivery and health policy decisions at the state, national, and international levels. Applicants are encouraged to learn more about the Center via our website: https://www.henryford.com/hcp/research/public-population-research/health-policy .

Overview : Henry Ford Health, one of the largest and most comprehensive integrated U.S. health care systems, is a national leader in clinical care, research and education. The system includes the 1,900-member Henry Ford Medical Group, a network of hospitals and medical center clinics, Health Alliance Plan (a health insurance and wellness company), Henry Ford Physician Network (a 150-site ambulatory network), and many other health-related entities throughout southeast Michigan, providing a full continuum of care. Henry Ford is a 2011 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award recipient. Research is a core pillar of HFH’s central academic mission. To learn more, visit HenryFord.com.

Benefits : Henry Ford Health offers a comprehensive and competitive package of benefits. There are dozens of options for all of our employees including compensation, benefits, work/life balance and learning - options that enhance your career and add value to your personal life. As an employee you are provided access to Retirement Programs, an Employee Assistance Program, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off, Employee Health and Wellness and access to day care services at Bright Horizons Midtown Detroit, and a whole host of other benefits and services.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.

Please address inquiries to Dr. Brian Ahmedani at the address below.

Contact Information

Brian K. Ahmedani, PhD

Director, Center for Health Policy & Health Services Research

Henry Ford Health c/o Lhargis1@hfhs.org

• To qualify for this senior level position, the individual must have a PhD, MD or equivalent degree; post-doctoral research experience; evidence of scholarly activity (publication of papers in peer-reviewed journals); potential to be an independent and externally-funded investigator (if hired at the Assistant Scientist Level) or clear evidence of an independent career (for the Associate Scientist Level).

• Research Bioscientific Staff are expected to obtain NIH funding; publish papers in peer-reviewed journals; report data at scientific meetings; participate in academic activities, (i.e. NIH study sections, editorial boards); and participate in HFH research activities. Individuals will also attain appointments at Michigan State University via the Henry Ford Health +Michigan State University Health Sciences Center.

Additional Information

• Organization: Corporate Services

• Department: Ctr for Health Srvcs Research

• Shift: Day Job

• Union Code: Not Applicable

  Additional Details

  This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers .

Benefits

The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.