How to Apply
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Summary
The Center for Clinical Outcomes Development and Application (CODA) in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation is seeking a full-time Caregiver Network Recruitment Coordinator to support a NIH-funded study which will develop new surveys that capture the most important aspects of the caregiving experience in non-traditional caregivers (meaning not a spouse or child) of people living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. This position will be hybrid and will include in-person work at the North Campus Research Complex (NCRC) in Ann Arbor, as well as in in the broader community. This position will require evening and weekend hours, as well as travel to multiple community events and locations.
The successful candidate will be a positive, highly motivated, organized person with a passion for engaging and working with diverse communities. High initiative and independence are essential as this position will require identifying and engaging community members outside of the typical Michigan Medicine catchment area, in addition to developing techniques to reach underserved populations. This position will operate with considerable latitude commensurate with the Research Area Specialist role. The characteristic duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time to match changing needs and priorities and may include work on other research studies and behavioral trials across diverse clinical populations (e.g., Huntington disease, spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, etc.).
Responsibilities*
The Caregiver Network Recruitment Coordinator's job responsibilities include:
- Developing and implementing a recruitment plan to meet the specific needs of the caregiver study, working closely with the CODA research staff to ensure that recruitment goals and timelines are met and the study is conducted per protocol
- Preparing recruitment materials and presentations
- Planning, attending and presenting at caregiver outreach and recruitment events and conferences
- Identifying and engaging new community partners (e.g., churches, recreational centers, healthcare and senior service organizations, caregiver support groups, etc.) in the research
- Interfacing with University partners such as the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center's Outreach, Recruitment, and Engagement Core on events and study promotions to aid in recruitment efforts
- Informing potential research participants about the study and enrolling eligible participants in the study
- Cleaning and qualitative coding the caregiver semi-structured interview transcripts
- Assisting with a scoping review of the caregiving literature, reviewing selected articles for inclusion according to the protocol and extracting relevant information
- Performing other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, public health, social sciences, science or related field
- Passion for building and fostering relationships with community organizations and caregivers of individuals living with dementia and their families
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking
- Ability to work independently, take initiative and adapt to changing priorities
- Outstanding problem-solving skills and resourcefulness
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, responsible, and responsive, with strict adherence to deadlines
- Eagerness to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities
- Ability to work an alternate schedule, including evenings and weekends, as the position requires
- Driver's license and reliable transportation
Intermediate Level: Minimum 4 years of related experience
Associate Level: Minimum 1 year of related experience
Desired Qualifications*
- Master's degree in psychology, social work, public health, social sciences, science or related field
- Experience engaging with and developing relationships with community organizations
- Experience working with caregivers and/or a dementia population
- Experience working with dementia specific programs, care and outreach
- Experience working with diverse, multicultural populations
- Previous research experience including participant recruitment
- Experience using REDCap
- Experience conducting scoping reviews and/or qualitative research
- Knowledge of Michigan Medicine policies and procedures
Work Schedule
Hybrid work typically scheduled Monday - Friday, with variability depending on the needs of the study. This position will require evening and weekend hours, as well as travel to multiple community events and locations.
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at the Research Area Specialist Associate title based on the selected candidate's qualifications.
Additional Information
This is a term-limited position with funding available through August 31, 2026, with an extension possible if additional funding is secured. At the end of the stated term, the appointment will terminate and will not be eligible for Reduction in Force (RIF) benefits. This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.
The Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at 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. We strive to create a work culture where each team member feels respected, valued, and safe.
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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.