Research Study Assistant II- Public Health Sciences

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Detroit is seeking a Research Study Assistant II to support clinical studies within regulatory guidelines. You will interact with internal and external stakeholders, handle recruitment tasks, data entry, survey collection, and sample processing to advance healthcare research.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED with healthcare experience or an Associates degree with related experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 3 years in research/healthcare.
• Associates degree with 1 year in research/healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Interact with internal and external stakeholders to support research projects.
• Complete day-to-day operational tasks for ongoing studies.
• Engage directly with potential and enrolled study participants.
• Analyze protocol-specific requirements to ensure stakeholder compliance.
• Provide additional support to meet project goals.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Data entry

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree

Job description

Research Study Assistant II- Public Health Sciences

• Full-time

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Title

Research Study Assistant II

About the Department

Join the Henry Ford Medical Group, one of Michigan's largest physician organizations, dedicated to delivering coordinated care across primary and specialty practices throughout the region. Our team thrives on collaborative teamwork, access to leading clinical resources, and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and communities. Be part of a group that is committed to excellence in healthcare and making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.

Role Overview

As a Research Study Assistant, you will play a vital role in carrying out research projects within regulatory compliance guidelines. You will interact with internal and external stakeholders, complete day-to-day operational tasks such as in-person and phone-based recruitment, postal mailings, basic data entry, survey data collection, biological sample processing and transport, and ensure compliance with study protocols. Your work will directly support both potential and enrolled study participants, contributing to the advancement of healthcare research.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Interact with internal and external customers at all levels to support research projects.
• Complete day-to-day operational tasks for ongoing studies.
• Engage directly with potential and enrolled study participants.
• Analyze protocol-specific requirements and implement measures to ensure stakeholder compliance.
• Provide additional support as required to meet project goals.

Other Role Expectations

• Must be available to work onsite only (remote work is not available).
• Must have reliable transportation as role requires working at multiple HFH locations in Metro-Detroit (mileage reimbursement is provided)
• Are comfortable working in a clinical setting.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent and three (3) years of work experience, with a minimum of two (2) years in research and/or healthcare.
• OR Associates degree in a research or healthcare-related field and one (1) year of research and/or healthcare experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with regulatory compliance in research settings.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.

What We Offer

Join a team where you can grow your career, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and engage in mission-driven work that makes a difference. We provide opportunities for continuous learning and development, empowering you to reach your full potential in a supportive and innovative environment.