CRC- Assistant

CRC- Assistant

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How to Apply

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.

Mission Statement

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 Summary

To assist with research activities within the Department of Psychiatry related to Sleep and Circadian Rhythms in various clinical populations. With guidance from faculty and research personnel, the clinical research assistant will support coordination and administrative details of assigned projects, including but not limited to screening and collecting information from potential participants according to the research study protocols, conduct interviews in person and via phone calls and/or zoom, conduct epidemiological, social or behavioral assessments, and collect data and/or biological samples (e.g. saliva, blood, urine, feces) from research participants in studies. The CRC-assistant will also coordinate study visits and follow-up of study participants. The CRC-assistant may also assist in preparation of progress reports and other summary materials, perform literature searches and retrieving articles. The potential exists to assist in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication and presentations at conferences and workshops. The CRC-assistant will work collaboratively with other team members and also independently to fulfill the goals of the project.

Responsibilities *

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

Knowledge of all 8 competency domains is expected and experience within applicable domains specific to unit needs.

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, Communication and Teamwork

8. Communication and Teamwork

Job Responsibilities

Participant Recruitment & Communication:

• Conduct telephone and email outreach to recruit study participants, including screening calls, scheduling, and follow-up.

• Conduct study visits with participants via Zoom, which may last several hours and include sleep data review, guidance through study procedures, side-effect monitoring, and outcome assessments.

• Administer sensitive mental health screenings, including assessments of suicidal thoughts and behavior.

• Communicate with participants across multiple U.S. time zones, which regularly requires after-hours and weekend availability.

Study Coordination & Data Management:

• Assist study coordinator in tracking participant progress through a 5-week study protocol.

• Precisely follow detailed study checklists during every visit - in order and without omission.

• Monitor active participants daily. Maintain detailed records, perform data entry and verification, review and interpret sleep/activity data, ship study supplies to participants via UPS, collect and process biological materials (e.g., saliva, blood, urine, feces), and other duties as assigned.

• Attend weekly team meetings and all assigned trainings.

Professionalism, Teamwork & Adaptability:

• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to precisely follow multi-step protocols are critical for this position.

• Must be comfortable making phone calls, handling unexpected issues (e.g., equipment problems, participant schedule changes), and working with a clinical population that may present with pain-related irritability, cognitive difficulties, and comorbid mental health conditions.

• A team science approach is central to our lab - proactive collaboration and willingness to support team members are expected.

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills are required.

• Must be able to receive and incorporate frequent corrective feedback, particularly during training.

Required Qualifications *

• High school diploma or GED is necessary.

• Vehicle required to ship study supplies to research participants via UPS.

Desired Qualifications *

• Associates Degree or Bachelors 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 using Microsoft 365

• A strong ability to problem-solve individually and with project team

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 Work

Positions 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 thework modes ( .

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday 8:30am-5pm with occasional after hours and weekend work as required.

Work Locations

This position is located in Ann Arbor, MI.

Additional Information

Supervision Received

This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to Dr. Helen Burgess, Co-Director, Sleep and Circardian Research Lab, Professor in Department of Psychiatry.

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, 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 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.

E-Verify

The University of Michigan participates with the federal EVerify system. Individuals hired into positions that are funded by a federal contract with the FAR EVerify clause must have their identity and work eligibility confirmed by the EVerify system. This position is identified as a position that may include the EVerify requirement.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

278078

Working Title

CRC- Assistant

Job Title

Clinical Research Assistant

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Psychiatry Sleep

Posting Begin/End Date

5/27/2026 - 6/24/2026

Career Interest

Research

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