The Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine of Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) seeks a faculty who is board certified or board eligible in adolescent medicine and eligible to practice in Michigan, to join its growing academic department. This faculty position includes full-time academic appointment as a core faculty member in the Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience.   The department has 120 faculty members with clinical and full-time academic appointments in general pediatrics as well as pediatric subspecialties. The pediatric residency program has 30 pediatric residents, with an additional 16 medicine-pediatrics residents. The medical school has entering class of 86.

The department of Biomedical Sciences at the Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is expanding and invites applications for a full-time faculty position (open rank, Assistant, Associate or Full Professor). The successful candidate will join an interdisciplinary team of medical educators who are dedicated to excellence and innovation in teaching and scholarship. WMed is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty and encourages candidates from underrepresented groups in higher education to apply. Recent graduates or postdoctoral fellows interested in an education-focused faculty position also are encouraged to apply.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in Specialty Care Clinics. This career allows you to actively participate in coordination of patient flow and services with a focus on patient centered care.  As an LPN for WMed, you will collect patient information related to patient visit or procedure.  Assisting with patient care and administering approved medication is a major part of the day.  Assisting physician and team members with clerical, environmental, and organizational responsibilities and optimizing education for residents and students in department rotations are some of the unique and satisfying aspects of this career.  The ideal candidate will have a positive outlook and will be eager to be part of a fast-paced work environment. WMed requires all employees to have proof of initial Covid-19 vaccination series and annual influenza vaccine.   Primary Care Clinics include Infectious Diseases, Pediatric Pulmonary, Pediatric Endocrinology, Psychiatry, OB/GYN, General Surgery and Orthopaedic Surgery.   WMed has opportunities for: Licensed Practical Nurse I – Minimum one year experience in aclinical setting preferred.$18.35 - $23.00/hour +, dependent upon experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse or equivalent/relevant clinical position.   Licensed Practical Nurse II – Minimum two years’ experience in aclinical setting preferred. $21.00 – $25.00/hour +, dependent upon years of experience.   We offer a Monday – Friday schedule between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. (nights and weekends off!).  Our full-time employees receive 8 full-day and 2 half-day paid holidays, an 8-hour preference holiday, and 8 hours of paid volunteer time per year, and extremely generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual as well as an annual wellness reimbursement of $300. Tuition reimbursement is available within the first year of full-time employment.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) in Primary Care Clinics. This career allows you to actively participate in coordination of patient flow and services with a focus on patient centered care.  As an LPN for WMed, you will collect patient information related to patient visit or procedure.  Assisting with patient care and administering approved medication is a major part of the day.  Assisting physician and team members with clerical, environmental, and organizational responsibilities and optimizing education for residents and students in department rotations are some of the unique and satisfying aspects of this career.  The ideal candidate will have a positive outlook and will be eager to be part of a fast-paced work environment. WMed requires all employees to have proof of initial Covid-19 vaccination series and annual influenza vaccine.   Primary Care Clinics include Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Internal Medicine and Family Medicine.   WMed has opportunities for: Licensed Practical Nurse I – Minimum one year experience in aclinical setting preferred.$18.75 - $23.00/hour +, dependent upon experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse or equivalent/relevant clinical position.   Licensed Practical Nurse II – Minimum two years’ experience in aclinical setting preferred. $21.00 – $25.00/hour +, dependent upon years of experience.   We offer a Monday – Friday schedule between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. (nights and weekends off!).  Our full-time employees receive 8 full-day and 2 half-day paid holidays, an 8-hour preference holiday, and 8 hours of paid volunteer time per year, and extremely generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual as well as an annual wellness reimbursement of $300. Tuition reimbursement is available within the first year of full-time employment.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) seeks an exceptional scholar and educator to join the faculty of the Department of Medical Ethics, Humanities, & Law. The faculty member will join an established department as it enters an exciting growth phase, launched by the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school, and will play an important role in confronting all aspects of health equity by establishing a community-collaboration research program, help develop graduate-level program, and educate future healthcare leaders. 

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is recruiting a Registered Nurse-Specialty Care Clinic.  Must be able to demonstrate the competencies necessary to provide service appropriate to the age of the population served.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is recruiting a Psychiatric Research Coordinators. The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) supports, facilitates and coordinates clinical psychiatric research activities. Working with the research manager, coordinates the implementation and maintenance of human clinical trials at WMed. Coordinates and conducts the clinical research including the planning, implementation and follow through for industry-sponsored clinical trials, government-funded clinical research and investigator-initiated clinical research drug/device studies conducted by the Principal Investigator (PI).   This position is grant funded.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is seeking Medical Assistants in our Primary Care Clinics. This career allows you to actively participate in coordination of patient flow and services with a focus on patient centered care. As a medical assistant for WMed, you will collect patient information related to the patient visit or procedure. Assisting with patient care and administering approved medication is a major part of the day. Assisting physician and team members with clerical, environmental, and organizational responsibilities as well as optimizing education for residents and students in department rotations are some of the unique and satisfying aspects of this position. The ideal candidate will have a positive outlook and will be eager to be part of a fast-paced work environment. WMed requires all employees to have proof of initial Covid-19 vaccination series and annual influenza vaccine.   Primary Care Clinics include Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Internal Medicine and Family Medicine.   WMed has opportunities for:   Medical Assistant I – no certification required! $15.15 - $19.00/hour +, dependent upon experience as a medical assistant or equivalent/relevant clinical position.   Medical Assistant II – must have current medical assistant certification (CMA or RMA) and experience in a clinical setting. $17.00 – $21.00/hour +, dependent upon years of experience and certification.   Medical Assistant III – must have current medical assistant certification (CMA or RMA) and several years’ experience in a clinical setting. Those with leadership and training experience will be given preference. $19.00 - $22.00/hour +, dependent upon years of experience as a medical assistant and leadership experience.   We offer a Monday – Friday schedule between the hours of 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. (nights and weekends off!). Our full time employees receive 8 full-day and 2 half-day paid holidays, an 8 hour preference holiday, 8 hours of paid volunteer time per year, and an extremely generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual as well as an annual wellness reimbursement of $300. Tuition reimbursement is available within the first year of full time employment.   About Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed)   We are committed to excellence and health equity through transformative medical education, high-quality, patient- and family-entered care, innovative research, and community partnerships within a just culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Our vision is health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.   The medical school is a collaboration of Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo's two teaching health systems, Ascension Borgess and Bronson Healthcare. The medical school is a private nonprofit corporation supported by private gifts, clinical revenues, research activities, tuition, and endowment income. Building upon a $100 million foundational gift in 2011, WMed is a recipient of the Empowering Futures Gift, a philanthropic commitment of $300 million to support the mission of the medical school. WMed contributes to the economic vitality of Southwest Michigan through the services we provide as well as the creation of 1,600 new jobs and an annual estimated economic impact of $353 million in Kalamazoo and Calhoun counties.   WMed is fully accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education and the Higher Learning Commission. The medical school offers a comprehensive, innovative four-year Doctor of Medicine degree program and two Master of Science degree programs in Biomedical Sciences and Medical Engineering. We train physicians in 10 residencies and five fellowships accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. To support our educational mission, we have Joint Accreditation for interprofessional continuing education, which incorporates accreditation by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education.   WMed Health is the clinical practice of the medical school with more than 300 providers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty services in several locations throughout Kalamazoo, Portage, and Battle Creek. The Department of Pathology faculty serve as the Office of the Medical Examiner for counties throughout Michigan and northern Indiana.   The W.E. Upjohn M.D. Campus located in downtown Kalamazoo serves as the primary educational facility with faculty and administrative offices, student study and social spaces, team-based learning halls, a state-of-the-art Simulation Center accredited by the Society for Simulation in Healthcare, basic science research labs, as well as toxicology and forensic pathology labs.   WMed is building upon Kalamazoo’s century-long foundation of drug discovery and medical device development with a strategic investment in clinical, laboratory, community, and educational research. The Center for Immunobiology, Center for Clinical Research, Research Histology Lab, Innovation Center, and Human Research Protection Program contribute to the medical school’s advancement of knowledge through innovation and discovery.    Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer of females, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans, and actively strives to increase diversity within its community. We provide a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.    EEO Minorities/Women/Disabled/Protected Veterans.

Performs activities necessary to prepare invoices and other business expenses that are paid through the document management system.  Process, place and completes purchase orders that meet the organizations polices and guidelines.  Process and document receipt of incoming packages at assigned location. Ability to train other employees on how to follow documented accounting procedures.  Responsible for periodic and cyclical physical inventory activities related to inventory and fixed assets.  Responsible for preparing special reports for management as well as other assigned administrative duties.

The Manager of DEI and Culture will work directly with the Associate Dean for Health Equity and Associate Dean for Culture to advance the DEI and Culture mission of the Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed). This position will assist in creating a campus environment that educates and affirms diversity and supports WMed's campus development to become a more inclusive campus. This manager’s responsibilities will be primarily internal facing, helping to implement DEI and culture programming for our WMed community, which will include inviting speakers and trainers with local and national expertise. The manager will work with WMed's diverse faculty, staff, residents, and students. The manager will work in collaboration with other department and office leaders that are designated to DEI work within their areas as well as in collaboration with the program specialist for culture and health equity and community affairs. Experience working with culturally and ethnically diverse student communities is essential.   This position will have excellent interpersonal skills, exercising strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail and experience/knowledge for program evaluation. Essential for this role is the adeptness to work independently and as part of a team with a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

This position is a good opportunity for a junior or a senior postdoc fellow who wishes to be successful in their academic career. They will receive training in various aspects (e.g. project and proposal writing, article writing, new technology training, and others), as well as the opportunity to collaborate with our clinical faculty, institute researchers, and our laboratory students. The lab is led by Dr. Yong Li, who is a well-known professor in stem cell regulations and applications, fibrosis prevention, genetic and epigenetic modifications in the field of musculoskeletal regenerative medicine. Dr. Li is a recognized expert in the field of tissue injury and repair with his use of stem cells to improve musculoskeletal tissue repair and clinical translational studies. He spearheaded an exciting project that aims to research limb muscle atrophy after neuronal or musculoskeletal injuries, as well as research limb regrowth/regeneration after amputation. His research also extends to other groundbreaking areas, such as use of autologous blood clots combined with stem cells and other drugs (e.g. antibiotics to improve skin wound healing and prevent infections).    

The Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM) at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is leading change with our patient-centered medical home model, performance improvement initiatives, and focus on improving operating efficiency. The DFCM has a new chair supporting its young, dynamic faculty with a focus on faculty development, education, and seed grants, while providing generous CME and licensing support. Our dually accredited ACGME/AOA 9-9-9 Kalamazoo-based residency is housed in our newly acquired clinic space expanding to provide 20 clinic rooms and departmental offices ideally located to serve the community. Please note we have a separate posting for a non-OB faculty position at our new ACGME accredited 6-6-6 family medicine residency in Battle Creek, based in a beautiful FQHC.  The DFCM is home to a Street Medicine Program, Sports Medicine Fellowship, and Hospice & Palliative Care Fellowship caring for the underserved and a diverse community.  WMed enrolled its first class of medical students in 2014, which provides our faculty with the unique opportunity to be actively involved in the ongoing growth of a newer school. It’s an exciting time to be teaching medicine in Kalamazoo, and you can be part of it! 

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine is seeking an outstanding emergency medicine physician leader who is a visionary that can build on an extremely successful emergency medicine residency, EMS fellowship and collaborative working relationships with 2 local hospital emergency medicine departments.   The successful Department Chair candidate will: - Have a substantial record of leadership and achievements in academic medicine, education, and research. - Understand the importance of fostering a supportive workplace culture. - Share our vision for health equity for all in Southwest Michigan through innovation in the practice and study of medicine.  The Chair must demonstrate the ability to: - Effectively steward department resources. - Understand, appreciate, and guide the development of training and research programs. - Establish productive working relationships with employed and community faculty, staff, residents, students, and administration. - Effectively support the distinct academic and clinical partnerships for the Department of emergency medicine. - Be able to represent the department and medical school in various local, regional, and national venues.  

The Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine seeks a board eligible or board-certified Pediatric Endocrinologist to join its growing academic department. The department has approximately 70 community-based and 25 full-time academic employed faculty members. The pediatric residency program is a fully accredited program with all subspecialty care and tertiary care capabilities. There are 24 categorical pediatric and 16 medicine-pediatric residents.

The Department of Psychiatry, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) seeks a faculty-level doctoral Psychiatrist to join its growing academic department. The department employs 18 full-time academic faculty members. The psychiatry residency program is a fully accredited program with 24 residents (6 per year with accreditation up to 8 per year). This is a well-established residency program that is looking to expand and enhance psychiatric clinical services, research, and both medical student and resident training. There are significant clinical and research partnerships with Ascension Borgess, the Kalamazoo Psychiatric Hospital, Southwest Behavioral Healthcare (SWMBH), Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK), and the Community Healing Centers of Kalamazoo, as well as other community organizations and agencies.   WMed Psychiatry is practicing the “Collaborative Care Model” (CoCM) with Bronson Healthcare and anticipating continued growth in the primary care practices of Family Medicine, Pediatrics and OB/GYN.   In the last two years, the WMed Health Psychiatry Clinic has experienced significant growth, more than tripling its patient volume while refocusing on high-quality patient care, patient and provider safety during COVID, robust tele-health psychiatry services and excellent learning opportunities for trainees.

The Department of Pathology at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine is seeking a full time Forensic Pathologist at the Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor level to join six (6) board certified forensic pathologists (one who is also a neuropathologist), two forensic anthropologists, and a forensic toxicologist in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The ideal candidate will perform medicolegal and hospital autopsies, supervise death investigations completed by Medical Examiner Investigators, teach medical students and the forensic pathology fellow, and develop a program of scholarly inquiry.   In 2021, our office investigated over 5,500 deaths and we performed over 1,300 postmortem examinations. The office is on the top floor of the medical school in a modern and recently renovated space equipped with a Lodox and with plans to obtain a CT scan soon. We are committed to creating a workplace that provides work-life balance and allows you to pursue your academic interests. Salaries are very competitive and are based on academic rank and years in service. The pathologists have the opportunity to conduct autopsies at a satellite location for additional compensation. For additional information on the office, visit our website at mimedicalexaminer.com.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is seeking a Research Laboratory Technician/Research Assistant. Research Lab Technician work involves basic and translational research in immunology to address key questions relating to B cell development and function in studies carried out in animal models and/or with patient samples. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to perform laboratory research using innovative techniques.

The Department of Investigative Medicine at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine invites applications for a Post-Doctoral Fellow research position in the laboratory of Thomas L. Rothstein MD, PhD, Chair of the Department of Investigative Medicine and Director of the Center for Immunobiology.  Two kinds of projects are available.  1) Molecular Immunology—encompasses study of B1 cell development and function, including the role of human B1 cells and natural antibody in health and disease; BCR signaling pathways including receptor crosstalk and the IL-4-induced alternate pathway; B cell pathogenesis in lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and other autoimmune dyscrasias; B cells and aging, including atherosclerosis and infectious diseases. 2) Cellular Proteostasis—encompasses study of stress- and mutation-related protein aggregation including novel assays for protein oligomers; mouse models of neurodegenerative diseases associated with dysfunctional protein aggregation; mechanism of aggregation prevention and aggregation resolution by the unique protein, FAIM.   Postdoctoral fellows will lead research projects and have the opportunity to closely collaborate with experts in molecular biology, bioinformatics, genetics and biochemistry.  

The Department of Psychiatry at the Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) seeks a board eligible or board-certified psychiatrist to join its growing academic department as the Director of Consultation-Liaison and Emergency Psychiatry at Bronson Methodist Hospital.    Department: The Department of Psychiatry, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) seeks a board eligible or board-certified psychiatrist to join its growing academic department, which employs 18 full time faculty members. The psychiatry residency program is a fully accredited program, currently with 24 residents (6 per year with accreditation up to 8 per year). WMed is looking to expand and enhance psychiatric clinical services, research, and both resident and medical student training. There are significant clinical and research collaborations with Integrated Services of Kalamazoo (ISK), Southwest Michigan Behavioral Health (SWMBH), Battle Creek Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VA), Kalamazoo State Psychiatric Hospital, Community Healing Centers of Kalamazoo, and the Great Lakes Center for Autism as well as other community organizations/agencies.   WMed Psychiatry is practicing the “Collaborative Care Model” (CoCM) with Bronson Healthcare and anticipating continued growth in the primary care practices of Family Medicine, Pediatrics as well as OB/GYN.    The Department of Psychiatry is experiencing tremendous growth within our clinical footprint and community collaborations, our scholarly work and research output, as well as our expanding education programs. The incoming candidate will benefit from growing possibilities and additional leadership opportunities within the department.   Position: The department provides consultation liaison services at the 435-bed at Bronson Methodist Hospital, in Kalamazoo. Services are provided by 2 faculty psychiatrists and 2 psychiatry residents along with a nurse practitioner.   Resident rotations in emergency psychiatry have been streamlined.  The Consult-Liaison/Emergency Psychiatry/Director, in collaboration with the WMed Department Chair, will be charged with identifying areas of improvement and implementing initiatives to continue our strategic growth in order to ensure an outstanding academic Consult-Liaison/emergency psychiatry program which sets the standard for patient care in the region.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is seeking an On-Call Exam Proctor. Participates in the administration and proctoring of a variety of medical school examinations. Monitoring students in person or online during exams and confirms final submission of electronic exams.