Clinical Research Technician/Assistant.

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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
  8. Communication and Teamwork

This position may independently provide study coordination for simple and moderately complex clinical research studies. As a member of a coordination team, this position may help support a portfolio of projects with varying levels of complexity. 

Additional duties include: 

  • Collects and maintains Pediatric Neurocritical Care database.
  • Screens and oversees the recruitment of subjects, coordinates the scheduling of experiments and the collection, processing and analysis of data and monitors subjects. Studies include IPSS, Ped- QuEST, and BOOST-3 enrollment,
  • Oversees IRB preparation and submission for studies, and for patient consenting and enrollment.
  • Collaborates with Neurocritical Care faculty, support teams, and stakeholders to ensure the development and implementation of consistent system standards. Uses existing procedures to solve routine or standard problems. 

Required Qualifications*

Clinical Research Technician

  • 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, or 
  • 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, or 
  • Minimum 3 years of human subject experience (clinical, lab or health regulations) such as related patient care, related community health and wellness, related clinical information, and research.

Clinical Research Assistant

  • High school diploma or GED is necessary.

Desired Qualifications*

Clinical Research Technician

  • Bachelor's 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
  • Knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable

Clinical Research Assistant

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

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.

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.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.