Research Associate Professor - C4 Center

About the role

The Caring for Complex Chronic Conditions (C4) Research Center, within the Department of Medicine - Division of General Internal Medicine, seeks a Research Associate Professor to lead impactful research-to-practice initiatives focused on delivery of healthcare for patients with diabetes and multiple chronic health conditions. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team committed to advancing innovative approaches to improve the lives of individuals managing multiple chronic illnesses.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and leading collaborative research projects focused on improving care for individuals with multiple chronic conditions.
• Mentor junior faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and graduate students, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations across the University of Pittsburgh and external partners.
• Contribute to the development of innovative interventions and health system strategies.
• Acively engage in disseminating findings to academic, clinical, and policy audiences to inform best practices and improve patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (PhD, MD, or equivalent) in health services research, epidemiology, public health, medicine, or a related field.
• Possess a minimum of 5 years of postdoctoral or faculty-level experience.
• Strong collaborative skills with the ability to work across disciplines and engage with clinical, community, and policy partners.
• Excellent communication skills for disseminating research findings to diverse audiences, including academic, clinical, and policy stakeholders.