RESEARCH INTERN | University of Michigan - Ann Arbor Job at University of Michigan - Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, MI

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  • University of Michigan - Ann Arbor
  • Ann Arbor, MI

Job Description

If you are interested in making a difference in the field of vision impairment, please submit your application, including your CV and a cover letter detailing your research interests and relevant experience.

Email: [email protected]

Join us in making a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals affected by vision impairment.

Research Internship in Inherited Retinal Diseases and Psychotherapy

Dr. Jayasundera, a retinal surgeon and inherited retinal diseases specialist, and Dr. Fresco, a distinguished professor of psychiatry, are seeking a motivated medical student or student with an undergraduate degree aiming for postgraduate training for a one-year research internship.

Funded by the NIH, this research focuses on various disease phenotypes within inherited retinal diseases. These conditions often result in distress, depression, and a range of vision-related disabilities. Our unique intervention combines low vision rehabilitation and psychotherapy to alleviate distress and enhance overall well-being.

  • Conduct the clinical trial in collaboration with investigators
  • Participate in subject recruitment
  • Administer patient-reported outcome measures (PROs)
  • Write manuscripts for publication and grant applications
  • Present data at conferences

Internship Highlights:

  • Comprehensive experience, including writing manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals
  • Presenting data at conferences
  • Supportive and collaborative environment for professional growth
  • Bachelors degree 
  • Strong research skills
  • Passion for vision impairment research
  • Interest in medical and psychosocial intervention development

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

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.

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

A great university is made so by its faculty and staff, and Michigan is recognized as one of the best universities to work for in the country. The Michigan culture is known for engaging faculty and staff in all facets of the university to create a workplace that is vibrant and stimulating.For two consecutive years, the Chronicle of Higher Education has placed U-M in its "Great Colleges to Work For" survey. In particular, the university earns high marks for strong relations between faculty and administrators, a collaborative system of governance, strong pay and benefits, and a healthy work/life balance.

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