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.
Job Summary
The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator Intermediate to assist with research activities related to Sleep and Circadian Rhythms in various clinical populations. In this role, with guidance from faculty and research personnel, you will support coordination and administrative details for a portfolio of research studies. Day to day responsibilities will include, but are not limited to preparing written instructions and procedures for each research study; overseeing the screening of potential research participants; conducting interviews by telephone, in person, or by Zoom; conducting social/behavioral assessments, and collecting other data from research participants. You will also oversee and help coordinate study visits and follow up with participants, including coordinating incentive payments; assist with IRB amendments; upload data to the National Institutes of Health registries; and assist in preparing NIH progress reports and other summary materials. In this role you will also manage day to day operations of the Sleep and Circadian Research Laboratory with duties ranging from overseeing the procurement of study equipment and materials; to testing and maintenance of that equipment; and even assist in the hiring, training, onboarding, and supervision of new research staff. The potential does exist for the individual in this role to participate in the preparation of research papers and manuscripts for publication, or even to participate in presentations at conference and workshops.
Responsibilities*
Characteristic Duties & Responsibilities:
- Expert level knowledge, skills, and abilities within all eight competency domains is expected:
- Scientific Concepts and Research Design
- Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
- Investigational Products Development and Regulation
- Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
- Study and Site Management
- Data Management and Informatics
- Leadership and Professionalism
- Communication and Teamwork
Position specific responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Accurately and efficiently tracking the screening of potential participants across multiple simultaneously running studies.
- Systems you may use include REDCap, Electronic Medical Record systems and OnCore.
- Schedule, prepare, and attend study initiation meetings, monitor visits, and audits.
- Providing logistic and regulatory guidance on Investigator Initiated Studies for adherence to University and Federal guidelines.
- Assisting with the hiring, onboarding, training, and supervision of junior research staff.
- Additional responsibilities will include attending all assigned trainings and risk assessments as needed.
Required Qualifications*
- Have a Bachelor's Degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.
- Certification through the Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or through the Society of Clinical Research Association (SoCRA) as a Certified Clinical Research Professional (CCRP) or equivalent.
- Minimum 3 years of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials.
- A valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Availability to work occasional evenings and weekends as needed to support research objectives.
Desired Qualifications*
- Six or more years of directly related experience.
- Previous experience using Microsoft software, REDCap, GraphPad Prism, and SPSS.
- Previous experience with wrist actigraphy, Fitbit, and wearable technology.
- Previous experience with sleep related research.
Work Schedule
This is a full time position. Work may occasionally be required on evenings and weekends, if research participants are only available outside of regular office hours.
Work Locations
Rachel Upjohn Building
Additional Information
Michigan Medicine is firmly committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging, which are core to the culture and values of the Medical School Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world.
Background Screening
Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer.
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.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
Experience:
- Clinical research: 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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