Clinical Research Coord Inter

University of Michigan-Flint School of Management; Brighton; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Brighton seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator to manage clinical trials within the Oncology Clinical Trial Support Unit. The successful candidate will coordinate various clinical studies, ensure compliance with regulations, and provide support to faculty and research teams. A Bachelor’s degree in Health Science and a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience are required, along with certification as a Clinical Research Coordinator. This position offers opportunities for growth and professional development.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

2:1 Match on retirement savings

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in clinical research and clinical trials.
• Certification required as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple clinical research studies.
• Ensure compliance with study protocols and regulations.
• Provide logistic guidance for Investigator Initiated Studies.

Skills

Clinical trial management

Data management

Regulatory compliance

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Science

Job description

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How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

This position will serve as a Clinical Research Coordinator Intermediate in the Oncology Clinical Trial Support Unit (O-CTSU) – Clinic Research Group located in the Brighton Center for Specialty Care providing administrative study coordination and clinic support to faculty and research teams for the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center – an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN). We are among the top-ranked national programs in research and patient care with members holding $120M in annual direct research funding. Our mission is to reduce the cancer burden and improve cancer outcomes through research, innovation, and transdisciplinary collaboration. With the Oncology CTSU, you will join a diverse team of 150 clinical research professionals dedicated in moving this mission forward through cutting‑edge early phase trials to practice‑changing phase III. As a team member, we will invest in your education, training, career development and certification. We also offer a variety of specialized roles and growth opportunities to fit your desired career path and goals.

This Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) position may provide study coordination for multiple clinical research studies ranging from moderate to complex. Coordinator experience and mastery of all job duties from the CRC‑Associate position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder is required. This position should begin to serve on various clinical research committees at the University level. The role demonstrates advanced skills and knowledge along with the ability to support, guide, train, and demonstrate the implementation of study‑related activities. It applies critical thinking and creative problem‑solving skills across a wide variety of clinical studies. The position contributes to the development of new processes, procedures, and tools to enhance clinical research activities across the competency domains and conducts quality assurance/quality control checks on their work. This CRC continues to build on their competency foundation by pursuing ongoing continuing education and professional development.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities

• Scientific Concepts and Research Design
• Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
• Investigational Products Development and Regulation
• Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
• Study and Site Management
• Data Management and Informatics
• Leadership and Professionalism
• Communication and Teamwork

Examples of duties a successful candidate in this role will perform:

• Performs study procedures with accuracy.
• Demonstrates ability to triage complex study concerns appropriately.
• Demonstrates ability to manage increasing levels of protocol complexity and/or volume efficiently.
• Contributes to the development of processes and tools to capture data in accordance with ALCOA‑C principles.
• Provides logistic and regulation guidance on Investigator Initiated Studies for adherence to University and Federal guidelines.
• Provides other administrative support for study activity including management of subject reimbursement and payments.
• Participates in training’s specifically for maintaining certification as a Clinical Research Professional.
• Monitors site compliance with subject safety reporting, escalates issues, and contributes to the development of tools and processes to enhance subject safety during the conduct of a clinical study.
• Demonstrates an understanding of Investigational products development process and applies key regulatory requirements to control these processes.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials is necessary. Please review SoCRA’s Definition of a Clinical Research Professional qualifying experience prior to applying.
• Certification is required through Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or Society of Clinical Research Association (SOCRA) as a Certified Clinical Research Professionals (CCRP) or equivalent. Candidates must be eligible to register or take the exam at date of hire and the certification must be completed or passed within six months of date of hire. (Please review eligibility criteria from SoCRA or ACRP)

Desired Qualifications

• 6+ years of direct related experience.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday, core business hours. Occasionally evening or weekend work to meet deadlines or support patient care.
• This position is located in Brighton (BCSC) but there will be times when employee must come to Ann Arbor location for training or to provide help/coverage when needed.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre‑employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third‑party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre‑employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U‑M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U‑M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.