Research Area Specialist Inter

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 Research Area Specialist-Intermediate to serve as a research facilitator to support two multi-site research project focusing on suicide prevention. One is a 4-year NIH-funded study examining the signs of suicidal risk which takes place at the adult inpatient psychiatric settings at Michigan Medicine's University Hospital. The other is a 5-year VA-funded longitudinal clinical trial which takes place at the VA Hospital in Ann Arbor. This study will use of an interventional app for Veterans who are experiencing a suicidal crisis.

In this role, you will work in an exciting environment which provides support for professional growth activities, opportunities to connect and collaborate with other research teams within the University of Michigan and the VA. There can also be potential opportunities to submit and present at professional conferences in collaboration with Principal Investigator and research team. Notably, they will be doing work that has a real impact on patients? lives.

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

Responsibilities*

• Research facilitator for (2) multi-site NIH & VA funded suicide prevention and suicide intervention studies which includes but not limited to maintaining communication and coordination between sites.
• Assist with participant recruitment and consenting
• Conduct structured and semi-structured study interviews and assessments, in person on an inpatient psychiatric hospital setting.
• Conduct medical chart review and data abstractions.
• Functional supervision/oversight of volunteers, students or temporary employees. 

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's Degree is required
• 4 Years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's degree in Public Health (MPH), Social Work (MSW), Doctoral Degree or other management-related field (e.g., health administration) with experience working on a research study.
• Clinical and/or research experience with patients who have had recent suicidal thoughts and/or attempts
• Experience conducting clinical research interviews & assessments
• Comfort discussing sensitive topics with vulnerable populations
• Experience working in emergency departments and/or psychiatric inpatient units
• Ability to work independently with minimum direction and seek guidance when appropriate

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week; occasional weekends as participant enrollment dictates.

Work Locations

Hybrid - Ann Arbor / Remote

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.

Additional Information

• Willingness to work outside regular business hours as needed
• Must have an active driver's license with reliable transportation

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/AA Statement

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