Research Area Specialist Lead (underfill senior)

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.Mission StatementMichigan 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 SummaryWe help people live better with liver disease. We are a rapidly growing, highly funded liver disease research program, backed by multiple multi-year federal and foundation grants and will be launching a new Center for Integrative Health. We're looking for a Research Area Specialist Lead (or Senior, underfill) to be the operational backbone of that growth - the person who builds and trains the teams, safeguards research integrity, and keeps an ambitious, interdisciplinary portfolio moving in the same direction. If you're energized by the idea of standing up new teams, translating big scientific vision into working systems, and shaping how a center operates from day one, this role was built for youThe individual who takes on this position will be a senior individual contributor and operational leader within a well-funded liver disease research program, working in close collaboration with the Principal Investigator and other senior faculty. They will be responsible for the administrative, financial, personnel, regulatory, and planning aspects of a multi-project research portfolio, and will play a central role in building and training new research teams and in launching the Center for Integrative Health.Reporting to the Principal Investigator, this position exercises substantial independent judgment and decision-making authority, coordinates research activities across disciplines, ensures regulatory and compliance excellence, and contributes scientific expertise to the design, conduct, and dissemination of research. The role is ideal for a seasoned research professional ready to lead operations at scale during a period of significant program expansion.Responsibilities*Responsible for the day to day operations of a specialized center within a department or research programManages all phases of complex research projects with the PIWorks directly with the principal investigator on the development and the implementation of the research plan and development of research goals.Expected to write significant portions of research reports to funders (e.g RPPR)Coordinates development of research goals and project design and procedureFunctional and administrative supervision over the personnel in the CenterExpected to take a leadership position in the laboratory, assess the operations and make decisions about the direction and performance of the research workPerform project management tasks including, but not limited to, coordinating activities with other groups across campus, funding agencies, and external collaborators.Personnel management. Provide supervision to students and research staff, including training and oversight for participant recruitment, data collection, analyses, and community engagementCollaborate with research group leadership on long-range project planning, grant writing and budget monitoringPrepare research documents, including IRB/data use agreementsRequired Qualifications*Research Area Specialist Lead:Master's degree in recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to the duties of the position6 or more years research experience directly applicable to this position. Research Area Specialist Senior:Bachelor's degree in recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to the duties of the position5-6 years related experienceBoth:Ability to handle multiple demands simultaneously, work independently and as a member of a team. Excellent organizational skills.Excellent communication skills, both written and orally. Experience preparing IRB applications and amendments. Experience in RedCap coding, query makingWhy 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 day2:1 Match on retirement savingsModes 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.Underfill StatementThis position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.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.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.U-M EEO StatementThe University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.Job Opening ID281191Working TitleResearch Area Specialist Lead (underfill senior)Job TitleResearch Area Specialist LeadWork LocationAnn Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIModes of WorkHybridFull/Part TimeFull-TimeRegular/TemporaryRegularFLSA StatusExemptOrganizational GroupMedical SchoolDepartmentMM Int Med-GastroenterologyPosting Begin/End Date9/02/2026 - 9/16/2026Career InterestResearch