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Care New England / Brown University: Associate Chair of Research (MD/DO or PhD) – Rhode Island with an Ivy League University
The Department of Family Medicine at Care New England, an affiliate of the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, seeks an innovative and accomplished physician investigator or research scientist to serve as the Associate Chair of Research within our ACGME accredited Family Medicine program.
This is a senior leadership opportunity for a dynamic academic physician or research scientist committed to advancing primary care scholarship, mentoring residents and faculty, and building a sustainable, high impact research enterprise within a thriving academic department.
The position involves leading the research division and setting the strategic direction for all departmental research initiatives. The individual will mentor junior researchers—including faculty, fellows, residents, and students—in research methodology and grant writing, while maintaining an active, externally funded research program in areas relevant to Family Medicine. Responsibilities also include applying for and securing competitive grant funding from federal agencies and foundations. This role reports directly to the Chair of Family Medicine and includes 20% protected time dedicated to research leadership and administrative responsibilities. Additionally, the position is eligible for a faculty appointment at Brown University.
The ideal candidate is a board-certified MD/DO in Family Medicine or holds a PhD with an established record in primary care research. They should demonstrate a strong track record of federally funded research in Family Medicine or a related health field, along with a minimum of five years of experience conducting independent research with sustained external funding. Additionally, the candidate should have current or recent NIH or other federal research funding as a Principal Investigator.
Life in Rhode Island, the “Ocean State”, provides endless outdoor activities and four seasons, a fabulous & dynamic culinary and arts scene, numerous top tier schools, an international airport voted 1st in the US by Travel & Leisure in 2025, and all just a 1 hour drive to Boston, 3 hours to NYC, and less than 6 hours to Montreal.