Research Director, Associate Professor, Osher Center for Integrative Health, Family Medicine

University of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established urban public research university is seeking a Research Director for its Osher Center for Integrative Health. This pivotal role involves leading innovative research in integrative and lifestyle medicine, focusing on evidence-based therapies. The director will mentor faculty and students, collaborate with clinical teams, and secure funding to build a sustainable research program. With a commitment to transforming healthcare through science, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact patient care and community health. Join a vibrant academic environment that fosters interdisciplinary collaboration and research excellence.

Benefits

Tuition Remission

Paid Time Off

Wellness Programs

Insurance Benefits

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of post-doctoral research experience in integrative health.
• Track record of successful funding and publications.

Responsibilities

• Lead a world-class research program in integrative health.
• Secure funding and manage research protocols.

Skills

Research Design

Grant Writing

Data Analysis

Mentoring

Communication Skills

Education

PhD or MD in relevant fields

Tools

Statistical Software

Clinical Trial Management Systems

Job description

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Research Director, Associate Professor, Osher Center for Integrative Health, Family Medicine

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff, and 350,000+ alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a campus environment praised by The New York Times as “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With initiatives like Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, and a record enrollment for three consecutive years, UC’s momentum is strong. The university’s annual budget is $1.85 billion, with an endowment nearing $1.8 billion.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, established in 1819, is renowned for training healthcare professionals and pioneering research that enhances patient care. As part of its strategic vision, Next Lives Here, the university aims to lead urban, public universities into a new era of innovation and impact, maintaining its top 100 national ranking and research excellence.

The Osher Center for Integrative Health (OCIH) in Cincinnati seeks an experienced research director to lead and expand research in integrative and lifestyle medicine. The candidate will oversee research design, protocols, and funding to support evidence-based integrative therapies such as acupuncture, mind-body therapies, and lifestyle approaches like nutrition and exercise for chronic disease prevention and treatment. This role involves collaboration with university and health system leadership to align research strategies with institutional goals.

About the Position

The Research Director will lead efforts to ensure high-quality, innovative, and evidence-based care through research. The role is primarily research-focused, with at least 40% dedicated to research and administration, and includes responsibilities in education and clinical activities. The position involves building a sustainable research program in integrative health, mentoring faculty and students, and developing interdisciplinary collaborations. The director will hold an adjunct faculty appointment and report to the Center Director and Department Chair.

Key responsibilities include developing a leading research program, securing funding, designing studies, mentoring, and disseminating findings. The candidate should have a PhD, MD, or equivalent in relevant fields, with 5-7 years of post-doctoral research experience, a track record of successful funding and publications, and a reputation at national and international levels.

Essential Functions

• Develop a world-class research program in integrative health.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to define strategic research directions.
• Serve as a resource for evidence-based evaluation of integrative medicine.
• Build interdisciplinary research networks across institutions.
• Mentor junior faculty, fellows, and students.
• Conduct epidemiological and clinical trials research on integrative therapies.
• Secure funding, manage protocols, analyze data, and publish results.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Manage research budgets and develop expertise in performance improvement.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience working with under-resourced communities.
• Strong quantitative, qualitative, and analytic skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work within interdisciplinary teams.
• Commitment to transforming healthcare through science.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, tuition remission, and wellness programs. As a public Ohio employer, UC employees contribute to state retirement plans rather than Social Security.

Official transcripts are required for faculty hires. For questions or accommodations, contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

REQ: 98530

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Research Director, Associate Professor, Osher Center for Integrative Health, Family Medicine

Date: Apr 12, 2025

Location: Cincinnati, OH, US

Facility: Main Campus

Nearest Major Market: Cincinnati

Job Segment: Clinical Research, Medical Research, Exercise Physiologist, Family Medicine, Research, Healthcare

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