Clinical Research Technician

University of Michigan - Ann Arbor; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan seeks a Clinical Research Coordinator to lead patient-oriented research activities. This role involves collaborating within a team-based environment to facilitate clinical research, manage data, and ensure compliance with research regulations. Candidates should have a relevant degree or equivalent experience and possess excellent organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in clinical research required.
• Superb interpersonal skills to communicate with stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Coordination of clinical research activities and subject recruitment.
• Perform moderately complex study procedures accurately.
• Collect, enter, and manage data related to research.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree in Health Science

Bachelor's degree in health science

Tools

UM eResearch systems

REDCap

Qualtrics

OnCore

Epic

Job description

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.

We are seeking a responsible, motivated, research professional who enjoys patient-oriented, collaborative translational science and desires to contribute to research in a team-based environment.With guidance from faculty and research personnel, the central aspect of this role will be coordinating and facilitating clinical research activities, including but not limited to subject recruitment, regulatory submissions, responsible data collection and management, and database development for multi-site registries. The potential exists to assist in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentations at conferences and workshops. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are a critical component of this job's responsibilities. Demonstrated multi-tasking skills and ability to prioritize workload efficiently are essential.

The CRC will work collaboratively with other team members and independently to fulfill the goals of a project. As a member of a coordination team, this position may help support a portfolio of projects with varying levels of complexity. Mastery of all job duties from the CRC-Assistant position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder is required. Training related to research ethics, human subject protections, and clinical study design will be provided.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Experience as part of a team with all 8 competency domains is expected:

1. Scientific Concepts and Research Design
2. Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
3. Investigational Products Development and Regulation
4. Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
5. Study and Site Management
6. Data Management and Informatics
7. Leadership and Professionalism
8. Communication and Teamwork

Additional Responsibilities:

• Perform moderately complex study procedures with accuracy.
• Recruit, screen, and obtain consent for potential research subjects for studies within the department.
• Support in-person and remote consenting, enrollment, and follow-up tasks as needed and requested by participants and the study team.
• Collect, enter, and manage data.
• Triage simple subject concerns and issues appropriately.
• Assess studies for execution and troubleshoot potential implementation issues.
• Schedule, assist with preparation, and attend study initiation meetings, audits, and monitor visits.
• May work with CTSUs to reconcile financial accounts for study participants.
• Assist with local quality control efforts.
• May create recruitment plans that address the needs of the study population and develop materials for IRB submissions that will aid in recruitment.
• Assist in preparing for internal and external audits and reports, such as regulatory compliance and sponsor milestones.

• Associate degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• ONE of the following:
  • Minimum 1 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.
  • An advanced degree in a health-related areas such as: Health Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Health Care Administration, Clinical Research Administration, Social Work, Psychology, Epidemiology, Foreign MD.
  • Minimum 3 years of human subject experience (clinical, lab or health regulations) such as related patient care, related community health and wellness, related clinical information, and research.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Superb interpersonal skills, comfortable speaking with healthcare providers, research sponsors, and patients.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally in both verbal and written form.
• Ability to work independently but also within a team.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines are a must.

• Bachelor's degree in health science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is desirable.
• An understanding of medical terminology, experience in a large complex health care setting, ability to effectively communicate with staff and faculty of all levels, and knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable.
• Experience with UM eResearch systems
• Familiarity with REDCap, Qualtrics, OnCore, and Epic

Monday-Friday: 8am-4:30pm; On-site work required. Travel to satellite clinics may be required.

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.

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.

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

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.