Careers at IFM

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Bring your unique experiences and expertise into an impactful role

The team at IFM is changing the way medicine is practiced and transforming the health and lives of millions of people around the world. Our team members work to strengthen key partnerships in the healthcare landscape while delivering high-quality education and certification that leads the field of functional medicine.
30+
years as the leading voice for functional medicine
100%
fully remote organization with employees across the country
35+
paid days off for vacation, sick, holidays, and more

Join Our Team

We are a growing and inspiring team. Interested in a career with IFM? Our recruitment process is prompt and engaging, and we look forward to meeting you! IFM is not currently recruiting for any positions. If you are interested in submitting a resume for future consideration, please email [email protected]


*These job postings are for employment at IFM. If you are a practitioner seeking jobs in functional medicine, please visit the Jobs in Functional Medicine page.

Open Positions

Clinical Content Developer (CCD)

The Clinical Content Developer (CCD) is expected to be a recognized functional nutrition and functional medicine expert within IFM, and to contribute to and influence the development of IFM’s programs, products, and education strategy. In this role, the Clinical Content Developer will work to support programs, products, and initiatives as assigned, working within and outside the Medical Education Department to supply the clinical resources necessary for new or ongoing clinical content. This role will be responsible for utilizing clinical expertise to write and translate medical information to practitioner and patient audiences.
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Employee Benefits at IFM

We deeply value the creativity, expertise, and unique contributions each team member brings to their role. In recognition and support, we are committed to offering some of the most competitive benefits in the nonprofit sector. With a workforce spanning the country, our benefits are designed to foster growth and professional development while enhancing employee experience and well-being. Some of our current benefits include:
  • Competitive, market driven compensation
  • National medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage offered (dependent coverage premiums include an annual discount sponsored by IFM)
  • Paid life insurance and short and long-term disability insurance
  • 401(k) with an employer-sponsored annual contribution
  • A fully remote workforce
  • A monthly work-from-home stipend
  • Laptop and other work equipment provided
  • 13 paid days of vacation leave to be used throughout the year for rest, relaxation, and personal days of importance
  • 10 paid days of sick leave to be used when you need it most
  • 11 paid holidays (IFM holidays align most closely with Federal Holidays)
  • Paid time off to volunteer
  • Meeting-free Tuesday afternoons
  • Complimentary access to IFM’s educational programs  

Team Culture and Values

As a remote workforce, we are committed to fostering personal connections that build positive and collaborative working relationships between all team members. We nurture a sense of belonging for our staff that includes strong channels of communication and connection. IFM sponsors employee appreciation events throughout the year and encourages employee resource groups that allow for meaningful, colleague-led discussions about topics of interest.

LEAD

We are a mission-driven organization with a vision and sense of purpose to achieve optimal performance.

INNOVATE

We look forward and proactively seek new opportunities and initiatives.

INSPIRE

We create an organizational culture where our people bring their authentic and best self to work.

COLLABORATE

We work together within our teams and across the organization to achieve our goals and objectives.

BELONG

We nourish an inclusive culture of respect and belonging—acknowledging and celebrating each team member’s individuality.

Voices of Our Team

IFM employees carry out their best work every day to support the widespread adoption of functional medicine. As a collaborative, remote workforce, our employees are welcomed into a team that cares for and supports each other. IFM encourages employees to enrich our vibrant working culture by being their authentic selves. Connect with colleagues from across the US and take part in the transformation of healthcare!

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Our Impact

See how the daily work of our team contributes to the transformation of healthcare for all practitioners and patients.
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Meet the leaders of IFM

Meet the faces behind IFM’s Governing Board of Directors and Executive Leadership of the organization.
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