Clinical Research Technician/Assistant-TERM LIMITED

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 facilitate clinical research projects, requiring strong organizational and interpersonal skills, along with an advanced degree in a health-related field. The role includes subject recruitment, data management, and regulatory tasks, with opportunities for professional development and potential co-authorship in research publications.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of directly related experience in clinical research.
• Understanding of medical terminology and university policies.
• Experience in health care settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate clinical research, including subject recruitment.
• Perform study procedures with accuracy and manage data.
• Assist with audits and prepare for regulatory compliance.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Data management

Education

Advanced degree in health-related areas

Associate degree in Health Science

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.

The central aspect of this role will be coordinating and facilitating clinical research, including but not limited to subject recruitment, regulatory submissions, data analysis/manuscriptpreparation, andmaintaining databasesfor multi-site registries. Training related to research ethics, human subject protections, clinical study design, and data analytics and statistical methodology will be provided.The CRC will have opportunities to co-author medical journal submissions and will be encouraged to present results at regional and national meetings. We are seeking a responsible, motivated, and independent individualwhowillbecompletingorhascompletedanadvanceddegreeinhealth-relatedareasandcancommitaminimumof 2 gap years between college and medical/graduate school.

This position may independently provide study coordination for simple and moderately complex clinical research studies. 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. This position has a term limitation of 2 years, with an option to extend if funds are available.

• Performmoderatelycomplexstudyprocedureswithaccuracy.
• Recruit,screen,andobtainconsentforpotentialresearchsubjectsforstudieswithinthedepartment.
• Support in-person and remote consenting, enrollment, and follow-up tasks as needed and requested by participants and the study team.
• Collect,enter,andmanagedata.
• Triagesimplesubjectconcernsandissuesappropriately.
• Assessstudiesforexecutionandtroubleshootpotentialimplementationissues.
• Schedule,assistwithpreparation,andattendstudyinitiationmeetings,audits,andmonitorvisits.
• MayworkwithCTSUstoreconcilefinancialaccountsforstudyparticipants.
• Assistwithlocalqualitycontrolefforts.
• May create recruitment plan that addresses 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.

CRC-TECHNICIAN

• AssociatedegreeinHealthScienceoranequivalentcombinationofrelatededucationandexperienceisnecessary.
• 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.
• Excellentorganizationalskillsandattentiontodetail.
• Superbinterpersonalskills-comfortablespeakingwithhealthcareproviders,researchsponsors,andpatients.
• Abilitytocommunicateeffectivelyandprofessionallyinbothverbalandwrittenform.
• Abilitytoworkindependentlybutalsowithinateam.
• Abilitytoprioritizemultipletasksandmeetdeadlinesareamust.

CRC-ASSISTANT

• High school diploma or GED is necessary.

CRC-TECHNICIAN

• Bachelor'sdegreeinHealthScienceoranequivalentcombinationofrelatededucationandexperienceisdesirable.
• An understanding of medical terminology, experience in a large complex health care setting, ability to effectivelycommunicate with staff and faculty of all levels, and knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable.
• Abletocommittoaminimumof2years.

CRC-ASSISTANT

• Associate 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.

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

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

This position has a term limitation of 2 years , with an option to extend if funds are available. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and you will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.

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.