Lead for Student Research, Scholarship, and Pathways (Emeryville, CA)

Sutter Health • Emeryville, CA

11h

About The Position

Sutter Health Academic Affairs is seeking a part-time Lead for Student Research, Scholarship, and Pathways. This 0.3 FTE leadership role will oversee and expand research, scholarship, mentorship, and workforce development programs that support learners across the educational continuum and strengthen Sutter Health’s academic mission. Activity will increase during spring and summer programming periods.

The Lead oversees medical student scholarship and summer research programs; leads planning and development of future pathway programs, including a postbaccalaureate research program and post-residency scholarly fellowship; collaborates with medical schools, faculty mentors, researchers, clinical leaders, and GME programs; and supports physician workforce development and academic pathway initiatives.

Sutter Health Academic Affairs supports innovative educational programs, learner development, and academic partnerships that strengthen the future physician workforce. This role offers an opportunity to develop research and scholarship programs while advancing student success and academic excellence.

Requirements

• MD, DO, PhD, or other relevant terminal degree.
• Minimum five years of experience in medical education, research, scholarship, clinical leadership, or related fields.
• Demonstrated experience in student research, scholarship, mentorship, or pathway programs.
• Experience overseeing scholarly or research projects involving medical students or trainees.
• Knowledge of research ethics, compliance, and project governance principles.
• Strong collaborative leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively across academic, clinical, research, and operational environments.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading educational or research programs.
• Track record of supporting scholarly products such as abstracts, posters, presentations, and publications.
• Experience in faculty or mentor development.
• Leadership experience within an academic health system, teaching hospital, research institution, or medical school partnership.
• Familiarity with LCME standards and student research program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the medical student scholarship and summer research programs.
• Lead planning and development of future pathway programs, including a postbaccalaureate research program and post-residency scholarly fellowship.
• Collaborate with medical schools, faculty mentors, researchers, clinical leaders, and GME programs.
• Support physician workforce development and academic pathway initiatives.
• Oversee and expand research, scholarship, mentorship, and workforce development programs for learners across the educational continuum.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree