Clinical Research Technician

Research Assistant

Seeking a highly motivated, responsible, and detail-oriented Research Assistant to work collaboratively with project managers, program staff, therapists and investigators on a clinical trial examining effective treatments for PTSD. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, including speaking, reading, and writing is required.

Experience as part of a team with all 8 competency domains is expected:

1. Scientific Concepts and Research Design
2. Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
3. Investigational Products Development and Regulation
4. Clinical Study Operations (GCP's)
5. Study and Site Management
6. Data Management and Informatics
7. Leadership and Professionalism
8. Communication and Teamwork

The major duties and responsibilities will vary somewhat, but may include any of the following:

• Recruits patients to studies. Initiates identification, determines eligibility, and conducts recruitment and retention of study subjects per study protocol. Administers to potential study subjects the process of informed consent to participate in research. Complete recruitment activities such as informed consent and assessments with Spanish Speaking participants.
• Data collection activities. Assists investigator with the design/modification of data collection instruments and data capture platforms; makes arrangements for and conducts data entry. Works with investigator to: establish and implement procedures for ensuring data quality; review preliminary descriptive statistics from analyses to identify potential problems with data, and initiate corrective action; develop primary data collection/entry protocols, training and procedures manuals; monitor field procedures to determine compliance with protocol. Responsible for primary data collection, primary data entry, or other study activities depending on project needs.
• Data collection via semi-structured or structured interviews. May assist with interview guides, schedule interviews with participants at participating sites, participate in detailed qualitative notetaking, conduct semi-structured and structured interviews, assist with development of coding schemes, and data analyses.
• Dissemination of results/proposal writing/misc research support. May assist with submission of research proposals. In collaboration with investigators, may prepare sections of working papers, presentations, grant proposals, research reports, regulatory reports, and manuscripts for submission. Conducts literature searches, abstracts articles, prepares summaries and critiques of literature.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.
• Minimum 1 year of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials is necessary. (Please review SoCRA's Definition of a Clinical Research Professional for qualifying experience prior to applying.)
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• An advanced degree in a health-related areas such as: Health Sciences; Behavioral Sciences; Public Health, Health Care Administration, Clinical Research Administration, Social Work, Psychology, Epidemiology, Foreign MD
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• Minimum 3 years of human subject experience (clinical, lab or health regulations) such as related patience care, related community health and wellness, related clinical information, and research.

The candidate for this position must be able to:

• Experience with research protocols, particularly screening, recruitment, consenting, enrolling, and follow-up procedures in clinical trials.
• Comfort discussing sensitive topics with vulnerable populations.
• Ability to flex schedule when needed to accommodate patient availability for follow-up appointments, including evenings and weekends.
• Experience in managing and prioritizing multiple tasks or projects within a time frame to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently with minimum direction and seek guidance when appropriate; adjust well to varying amounts of workload/evolving deadlines; use time efficiently; and take initiative to problem-solve.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish, including speaking, reading, and writing.

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is desirable.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database management, audiovisual presentation, and reference management software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Qualtrics, REDCap, and EndNote.
• Exhibit exceptional ability to independently prepare correspondence (especially clear, concise, and polite e-mail messages) and write/edit/produce reports.
• Experience with high-risk populations/topics: mental health, suicide, and under-served vulnerable population, and understanding of HIPAA rules and regulations.

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 the work modes.

Work Schedule:

This is a full time, hybrid position. The schedule is mostly Monday through Friday, 9AM - 5PM however some evenings and weekends may be required.

Work Locations:

This position is located at one of our Michigan Medicine Campus locations in Ann Arbor, MI.

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 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.