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 CRC-Assistant or CRC-Technician will be working on a clinical research study within the Department of Anesthesiology that is part of the Neuroscience Division. This position will conduct standardized data collection from patients age 70 and older and family caregivers during in-person and phone interviews. Interviews will include daily delirium assessments for the entire hospitalization (including weekends), including extensive discharge interviews. One-month follow-up interviews with patients and family members will be conducted over the telephone.
Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.
Responsibilities*
- Complete standardized baseline interviews and assessments, in-person and via telephone to patients and family caregivers (training provided).
Ensure timely data entry into RedCap database. - Manage study database including data cleaning and query completion as needed.
- Identifying and documenting protocol deviations and adverse event reporting.
- Work independently with minimal supervision to maintain and preserve study blinding.
- Other duties as assigned.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Knowledge of all 8 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
Supervision Received: This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to The ENHANCE Data Core Project Director and PI. This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to The ENHANCE Data Core Project Director and PI.
Supervision Exercised: None
Required Qualifications*
Required Qualifications (CRC 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. (Please review SoCRAs Definition of a Clinical Research Professional for qualifying experience prior to applying.) 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.
- Highly professional demeanor and positive attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully while meeting competing deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize and exercise good judgment.
- Excellent attendance and strong work ethic in past settings.
- Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft applications.
- Must be able to work weekend mornings consistently.
Required Qualifications (CRC Assistant):
- Associate Degree in Health Science or an combination of related education and experience is necessary.
- Highly professional demeanor and positive attitude.
- Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work successfully while meeting competing deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- -Demonstrated ability to prioritize and exercise good judgment.
- Excellent attendance and strong work ethic in past settings.
- Knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft applications.
- Must be able to work weekend mornings consistently.
Desired Qualifications*
- Bachelors 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, and knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable.
- Flexible weekly schedule, which will include weekends.
- Experience working with older patient populations and their families.
- Prior research experience involving human participants is preferred.
Work Schedule
Must be able to work mornings, early evenings as and weekends on a regular, weekly basis.
Work Locations
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.
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Additional Information
This is a term-limited position through April 2027, with the possibility of renewal based on need and available funding. At the end of the stated term, your 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.
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 Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.