Research Assistant Professor

commonspirit· Research Department
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Where You’ll Work

Hello Humankindness: Join a Legacy of Healing at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center (SJHMC) 

Ready to make a real difference? Join SJHMC in Phoenix AZ., a 571-bed nonprofit founded by the Sisters of Mercy over 125 years ago. We're more than a hospital; we're a global destination for life-changing care, embracing patients with humankindness.

Here, your calling will flourish. We're not just a workplace; we're a community dedicated to a mission of service.

Leaders in Specialized Care:

  • Barrow Neurological Institute (BNI): A world-renowned center for groundbreaking neurological research and innovative treatments.
  • Norton Thoracic Institute (NTI): A national leader in advanced thoracic care with pioneering surgical techniques.
  • Level I Trauma Center: One of Arizona's busiest ERs, providing immediate, comprehensive care for critically injured patients 24/7.

Why SJHMC?

  • Culture of Excellence & Well-being: We care for our people, fostering professional and personal growth.
  • Community & Collaboration: Be part of a network committed to global health and well-being.
  • Join a Legacy, Shape a Future: Over 20% of our patients travel internationally for our specialized care.

This is an invitation to join a family of dedicated professionals at the forefront of medical innovation, united by the power of humankindness.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Research Associate Professor, you will lead and sustain an independent line of original research, significantly contributing to one of the organization's core scientific programs. You are expected to drive innovative inquiry and scientific advancements.Every day you will actively pursue and successfully secure peer-reviewed, extramural funding to support your research. You will also be deeply engaged in writing and publishing high-quality, peer-reviewed original research reports.To be successful in this role, you will possess a distinguished record of original research contributions, evidenced by publications and successful grants. Your ability to independently execute impactful research and demonstrate scientific leadership will be paramount.

  • Strives for excellence in performance
  • Seeks to keep abreast or ahead of the field, and satisfies any continuing education responsibilities.
  • Produces initial observations that are reliable.
  • Provides constructive ideas for improvement of the research and/or clinical enterprise.
  • Contributes to mentor's field of research and/or begins fully independent studies.
  • Is in initial stages of producing original research or clinical care of high quality.

Job Requirements

Required

  • Doctor Of Medicine Ph.D., M.D. or D.Sc. degree or equivalent in a relevant field of endeavor
  • Two (2) years of experience following the Ph.D., M.D. or D.SC. degree in a field related to current area of research

Preferred

  • Experience writing grant applications for support of own work

Frequently Asked Questions

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Is the Research Assistant Professor role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Research Assistant Professor role in the Research Department department at commonspirit.
Which team or department does the Research Assistant Professor at commonspirit belong to?
This Research Assistant Professor position is part of the Research Department department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Research Assistant Professor job at commonspirit posted?
This Research Assistant Professor position at commonspirit was posted on May 14, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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