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

Opportunity Information

Sutter Health Academic Affairs is seeking a part-time Physician / Scientific Lead for Student Research, Scholarship, and Pathways. This 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.

The Physician / Scientific Lead for Student Research, Scholarship, and Pathways provides operational leadership for a focused portfolio of research and pathway programs across the learner continuum.

The initial portfolio includes:

• Oversight over the CDU medical student scholarship program 
• Continued development and oversight of the medical student summer research program, inclusive of Charles R. Drew University (CDU) students and designed for future expansion to additional medical school partners
• Planning, development, and potential launch of a new postbaccalaureate research program for college graduates preparing for medical school
• Planning, development, and potential launch of a new one-year, project-based research and scholarly fellowship for residency graduates preparing for competitive fellowship training. 

The postbaccalaureate program and post-residency research fellowship do not currently exist. A central responsibility of this role is to help assess feasibility, define the program models, build the necessary partnerships and infrastructure, and develop implementation plans for these future programs.

Working collaboratively with medical school partners, Sutter Health Academic Affairs leadership, clinical and research leaders, GME faculty, operational partners, mentors, and educational coordinators, the Lead will design, coordinate, grow, and continuously improve these programs. The role will establish clear authority, accountability, and standardized processes for program design, learner selection and support, mentor engagement, project oversight, and scholarly dissemination.

The position advances physician workforce development by expanding medical student research opportunities, supporting residency graduates pursuing advanced fellowship training, and building Sutter Health’s academic and research partnerships. High school and general undergraduate summer programs are outside the initial scope of this role.

Position Details:

• 0.3 FTE leadership role, with increased activity during spring and summer programming periods
• Reports to the Sutter Chief Academic Officer or designated Academic Affairs leader
• Oversees the 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
• Supports physician workforce development and academic pathway initiatives 

Qualifications

 

• 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 effectively work across academic, clinical, research, and operational environments

 

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

 

Organization Details

About Sutter Health Academic Affairs

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