Research Area Specialist Intermediate - Program Coordinator

Kappaalphapsi1911; Ann Arbor, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan seeks a Research Area Specialist Intermediate - Program Coordinator to lead the Incentives2Quit (I2Q) program operations, partnering with internal teams, clinicians, and external vendors to ensure successful implementation.

The role requires 4–5 years of relevant experience, a science-related bachelor's degree, and experience with REDCap, Qualtrics, and MiChart, with a focus on behavioral health research and HIPAA compliance. Hybrid schedule in Ann Arbor, MI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in science or related field is required.
• 4 to 5 years related experience is required.
• Experience with REDCap, EnrollNow (Ripple), Qualtrics, MiChart, Data Direct, and Microsoft Office.
• Experience with behavioral health research with human subjects.
• Experience with tobacco use, alcohol use disorders, or other substance use.

Responsibilities

• Provides day-to-day operational leadership for the I2Q program and coordinates activities to support goals.
• Oversees staff workflow, scheduling, and time/leave approvals.
• Engages clinical partners, community organizations, funders, and internal stakeholders and coordinates communications and presentations.
• Prepares monthly/quarterly reports for funders and stakeholders; collaborates with Finance on budgeting and reporting.
• Coordinates with external software vendors and ensures HIPAA compliance and quality standards.

Skills

Program coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Data reporting

HIPAA compliance

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor degree in science or related field

Master's degree in related field

Tools

REDCap

EnrollNow (Ripple)

Qualtrics

MiChart

Data Direct

Microsoft Office

Job description

# Research Area Specialist Intermediate - Program CoordinatorUniversity of MichiganAnn Arbor, MIFull-TimeSep 17, 2026Science## Job Description## How to ApplyA 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 SummaryThe Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Research Area Specialist Intermediate - Program Coordinator to provide operational leadership for the Incentives2Quit (I2Q) program, a contingency management-based perinatal smoking cessation initiative. This position is responsible for overseeing program operations, supporting strategic initiatives, and ensuring the successful implementation of program activities through collaboration with internal teams, clinical partners, community organizations, funders, and external vendors.The Program Coordinator ensures program activities are carried out efficiently, comply with organizational and funding requirements, and support the overall goals of the I2Q program. Duties may evolve over time to meet changing program and organizational needs.## Responsibilities\\*PROGRAM OPERATIONS & LEADERSHIP* Provides day-to-day operational leadership for the I2Q program and coordinates program activities to support organizational goals.* Provides staff oversight, including workflow coordination, scheduling, time approval, vacation approval, and operational support.* Leads team meetings, coordinates priorities, and supports process improvements to enhance program effectiveness.PARTNER & STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT* Serves as a key point of contact with clinical partners, community organizations, funders, and internal stakeholders.* Coordinates partner communications, community engagement activities, and program presentatio* Supports relationships with stakeholders to advance program goals and implementation.REPORTING, DATA & PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION* Prepares monthly and quarterly reports for funders and stakeholders, ensuring accuracy and completion of required deliverables.* Collaborates with Finance to review program financial information and ensure reporting accurately reflects program activities.* Oversees program data tracking, documentation, and reporting processes to support quality improvement and program evaluation.TECHNOLOGY & COMPLIANCE* Coordinates with external software vendors to communicate program needs, troubleshoot issues, and support system improvements.* Ensures program activities align with HIPAA, organizational policies, funding requirements, and quality standards.## Required Qualifications\\** 4 to 5 years related experience.* A Bachelor degree in a recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to the duties of the position. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted, including relevant undergraduate and graduate student work experience* Experience working with Redcap, EnrollNow (Ripple), Qualtrics, MiChart, Data Direct, Microsoft Office.* Experience of behavioral health research with human subjects* Experience working with participants with tobacco use, alcohol use disorders and/or other substance use.## Desired Qualifications\\** Master's degree in public health, epidemiology, biostatistics, psychology, health informatics, risk management, or a related field.* Supervisory and financial management experience* Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams with competing priorities and multiple stakeholders.* Experience with digital health interventions, mobile health applications, contingency management platforms, and technology-enabled behavioral health research.* Expertise in remote research study recruitment methodology## Why Join Michigan Medicine?Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.**What Benefits can you Look Forward to?*** Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day* 2:1 Match on retirement savings## Modes of WorkPositions 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.## Work ScheduleThis is a full time, M-F 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. This position may require occasional non-traditional hours as needed to meet program deadlines.## Work LocationsThis is a hybrid position with weekly in-person requirements at an offsite campus location in Ann Arbor, MI.## Background ScreeningMichigan 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.In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.## Application DeadlineJob 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.