Research Tech Intermediate

Michigan Medicine; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical institution is seeking a Research Tech Intermediate to support an NIH-funded study on stroke. This role involves screening and recruiting participants, administering cognitive assessments, and maintaining detailed study records. Applicants should have a high school diploma or Associate degree, along with strong interpersonal and organizational skills. This position is based in Corpus Christi, Texas, on a term-limited appointment through 7/31/2030.

Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma and/or Associate degree in a relevant health discipline.
• 1 year related experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with others.

Responsibilities

• Screen and recruit participants for study participation.
• Administer cognitive tests to participants.
• Maintain accurate and detailed study records.
• Upload study data to the research database.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or Associate degree

Job description

Job Summary

The successful candidate will serve as a Research Tech Intermediate within the stroke division in the Department of Neurology for an NIH‑funded observational study. This position is located in Corpus Christi, Texas. The study evaluates the association between sleep disorders and cognitive problems after stroke. NOTE: THIS POSITION IS LOCATED IN CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS AND IS TERM‑LIMITED TO 5 YEARS (THROUGH 7/31/2030).

Responsibilities

• Screen potential participants for study participation
• Recruit participants for the study in person and by telephone
• Consent participants for the study
• Coordinate activities with other research coordinators
• Schedule research visits and remind participants by telephone, text, email, and mail
• Make phone calls to a contact person identified by the participant
• Track participants over time
• Administer cognitive tests to participants either in writing or electronically (training will be provided)
• Use personal vehicles to travel to conduct the research visit
• Perform quality check of the cognitive test data
• Enter data collected from the participant
• Upload study data to the research database
• Maintain accurate and detailed study records
• Abstract medical record data from Corpus Christi hospitals into study database
• Participate in training sessions
• Participate in weekly research meetings
• Communicate routine correspondence regarding participants and research status
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a high school diploma and/or Associate degree in a relevant health discipline, but other disciplines will also be considered.
• 1 year related experience
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to work well with others, adherence to study deadlines and written instructions, and strong oral and written communication skills are required.
• Strong computer skills and organizational skills are also required.

Desired Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred to serve Spanish speaking population, but not required.
• The following skills are ideal, but should not exclude anyone interested from applying.
• Experience in recruiting participants for clinical research
• Experience in conducting cognitive assessments for clinical research
• Experience working in medical charts and using medical terminology

Work Schedule

Full‑time (8‑hour shift). The candidate will be expected to work some evenings and weekends for participant recruitment and to conduct participant assessments.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department.

Additional Information

This 5‑year term‑limited appointment (through 7/31/2030) may be extended depending on funding. At the end of the term, the appointment will terminate and the applicant will not be eligible for Reduction‑in‑Force (RIF) benefits. This appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time; the University retains disciplinary or other performance measures.

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.

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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.