Working/Functional Title

Ast/Asc/Full Professor Health Programs-Fixed Term

Position Summary

Michigan State University Department of Family Medicine seeks applications for the position of Assistant/Associate/Professor in the Health Programs Faculty Appointment System. This unique position allows the candidate to combine clinical practice in geriatrics with teaching and/or research.

The ideal candidate is Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine or will just have completed an accredited residency in either specialty. Fellowship training in geriatrics or significant experience for care of older adults along the continuum of care is required. Candidates should have a strong interest in medical education, primary care or educational research, and community engagement and outreach. 

Faculty in the Department of Family Medicine Geriatrics Division provide comprehensive care to geriatric patients along the continuum of care, including outpatient, assisted living and skilled nursing facilities, located throughout the Greater Lansing area. Healthcare providers in the Division include physicians and nurse practitioners with a commitment to high-quality geriatric care focused on the whole individual. Faculty also teach medical students, residents, and fellows during their clinical rotations.

The Department of Family Medicine is an active community of scholars, encompassing a range of disciplines, committed to medical education and community health. All faculty are engaged in medical education and physician faculty have opportunities to engage in research and scholarship, either independently or in collaboration with experienced research faculty. The Department collaborates with a statewide network of residency programs and health systems, including rural and underserved populations.

The College of Human Medicine is committed to high-quality medical education and faculty have many opportunities to develop their skills as an educator. The Department and College actively support faculty development. The College and University also offer multiple opportunities for collaboration on projects focused on the health of our communities, including a robust Department of Public Health and nationally renowned Extension programs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Geriatrics

Minimum Requirements

MD/DO or equivalent. Board Certified in Family Medicine or Internal Medicine or recently completed an accredited residency program. Fellowship training in Geriatrics or significant experience for older adults along the continuum of care.

Desired Qualifications

Strong interest in medical education, primary care or educational research, and community engagement and outreach.

Required Application Materials

• CV;
• Cover letter which highlights the candidates experiences caring for diverse populations of older adults; and
• list of references

Review of Applications Begins On

05/27/2025

Summary of Physical Demands

As part of the care of older adults, may have to assist in lifting patients in a care setting.

Summary of Health Risks

As a healthcare provider, the individual may be exposed to contagions.

Website

chmfamilymedicine.msu.edu

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