Clinical Research Technician (Term Limited Position)

Clinical Research Technician (Term Limited Position) 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 A 12-month, term-limited Clinical Research Technician position is available in the Functional Neuroimaging, Cognitive, and Mobility Laboratory (FNICOMO) within the University of Michigan Department of Radiology (pdresearch.rad.med.umich.edu). Under the supervision of laboratory faculty and managers, the successful candidate will support the coordination and implementation of clinical trials conducted by the FNICOMO Laboratory. Responsibilities* 25% Clinical Coordinator Responsibilities: Coordinates multiple studies both independently and as a member of a team Screens and recruits subjects for several studies Administers and scores neuropsychological test batteries to assess cognition, memory, and executive function Evaluates participant motor and sensory functioning pre- and post-study drug intervention Uses DEXA scanner to obtain bone density images Trains subjects in the use of study devices. Triages any subject concerns Monitors that study procedures and CRFs are completed accurately Coordinates research procedures for complex clinical trials involving multiple MRI, PET, and lab appointments for each subject per study protocol Utilizes MiChart to order participant imaging and research sample requests. Links orders to research to avoid billing errors Performs wet lab procedures, such as centrifuging and aliquoting, to process biological specimens for internal and external use Calculates and submits compensation to HSIP for subjects upon study completion Creates and manages recruitment and enrollment tracking logs for multiple studies Completes complex CRFs in accordance with ALCOA-C principles during study visits Develops and edits CRFs for Investigator Initiated trials Manages the restructuring and maintenance of critical databases to streamline data entry and ensure that enrollment information is accurately stored Transfers data from CRFs to databases 25% Regulatory Coordinator Responsibilities: Prepares IRB applications, amendments, and continuing reviews Collaborates with MICHR for INDs in clinical drug trials Upholds the principles of Good Clinical Practice Obtains informed consent both virtually using SignNow and in-person Prepares materials for and participates in study initiation meetings, monitoring visits, and audits Contributes to regulatory binder maintenance and data safety monitoring including AE and ORIO reporting Revises and edits protocols and consent forms of varying complexity 15% Administrative Responsibilities: Identifies potential research subjects using DataDirect, UMHealthResearch, and through community outreach Communicates with subjects via phone, mail, and email Schedules subject research visits and follow-up appointments #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Michigan