Professional Development
Postdoctoral Seminar Series
At the Henry Ford Health System (HFHS), we are committed to providing Postdoctoral Research Fellows with a research- and resource-intensive training environment. Launched in January 2022, the HFHS Postdoc Seminar Series is a monthly meeting organized by Postdocs for Postdocs, featuring presentations that alternate between research and career development. With presenters from each of the research departments at HFHS, this seminar series offers a way to connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and expand skill sets. Career development presentations include topics such as grant writing, delivering presentations, and networking, each designed to help Postdocs achieve their career goals. HFHS Postdocs have the opportunity to get involved as a member of the organizing committee, as a presenter or moderator, or as an audience member – all of which offer membership to this community.
Employment Opportunities
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Biomechanics and Biology
Applications are invited for a Post-Doctoral Research Associate position in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery’s Bone & Joint Center at Henry Ford Health (Detroit, MI). The successful applicant will be initially involved in research spanning the broad technical areas of musculoskeletal biomechanics and the biology, with a clinical focus on shoulder (rotator cuff tears) and knee (anterior cruciate ligament rupture) pathology. Post-Doctoral Research Associates will be provided with significant career and technical mentorship by Drs. Kevin Baker and Michael Bey and will be encouraged to develop their own independent research projects with collaborators in both the Bone & Joint Center and Department of Orthopaedic Surgery. Post-Doctoral Research Associates who demonstrate high levels of productivity and initiative may be considered for an Assistant Scientist position within the Bone & Joint Center.
Qualifications for this position include a PhD in biomedical engineering, mechanical engineering, or a related field. Preference will be given to applicants with demonstrated research potential, a record of peer-reviewed publications, a strong desire for multidisciplinary collaborations, and expertise that is complementary to the Bone & Joint Center’s existing capabilities. A strong work ethic and excellent oral/written communication skills are also essential. The initial appointment will be for 12 months, with additional 12-month extensions available based on performance.
The Bone & Joint Center is a multidisciplinary research team with expertise in a range of orthopaedic disciplines including cell/molecular biology, genomics, biomechanics, and imaging. Scientists in the Bone & Joint Center have a strong history of collaboration with the Departments of Orthopedic Surgery, Rheumatology, Radiology, Public Health Science, and Endocrinology at Henry Ford Health System. The Bone & Joint Center is located within new laboratory space in Wayne State University’s state-of-the-art Integrative Biosciences Center (www.ibio.wayne.edu).
Applicants should send their CV, a statement of long-term research goals, and contact information for three references to Michael Bey, PhD at mbey1@hfhs.org. Review of applicants will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Volunteer Opportunities
If you're a hard worker who learns quickly and you're looking to gain research experience, then we may have a short-term research opportunity available for you. Contact us by e-mail at bjc@hfhs.org and tell us about your background, your previous experience, and what you're hoping to get out of a volunteer position.