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
We are seeking a full-time Research Project Manager to join our team! The Suicide Prevention Research in the Community Lab (SPRCL) is a multi-disciplinary research team in the Department of Psychiatry affiliated with the Youth and Young Adult Depression and Suicide Prevention Research Team as well as the UM Institute for Firearm Injury Prevention. Our team conducts community-engaged research and program evaluation in a collaborative and supportive work environment.
The project manager will support a CDC-funded trial evaluating a firearm safe storage intervention for rural families by providing administrative and coordination support. The project manager is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the project, ensuring project deliverables are achieved on time and meet best practice standards.This position is located in Ann Arbor with hybrid options available. Opportunities to participate in grant writing and scholarly dissemination projects are available.
Website for Suicide Prevention Research in the Community Lab (SPRCL): https://medicine.umich.edu/dept/psychiatry/programs/youth-young-adult-depression-suicide-prevention-program/suicide-prevention-research-community-lab-sprcl
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*
The project manager will support all aspects of the research process including:
- Communicates regularly with PI and Lab Manager.
- Holds project details and sets project priorities in collaboration with PI, Lab Manager, community partners, & sponsor.
- Maintains strong working relationships and excellent communication with all project partners.
- Oversees data collection and participant tracking with oversight by PI, Lab Manager, and Data Manager, including developing effective implementation and recruitment strategies.
- Maintains all required regulatory documents.
- Works with Pl and Lab Manager to delegate tasks and provide project supervision to RA(s) and undergraduate research staff/volunteers, ensuring a positive learning environment for junior staff.
- Responsible for quarterly and annual reporting for each project with support from the Pl and Lab Manager.
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's Degree and 4-5 years of experience in a related field (social work, psychology, public health, etc.)
- Be able to work independently but also within a team
- Demonstrate a high level of integrity, professionalism, motivation, initiative, and problem-solving abilities
- Have excellent written and verbal communication skills, and enjoy working with community partners
- Demonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills as well as a high level of attention to detail
- Be able to prioritize multiple tasks and meet competing deadlines
- Be comfortable working in a hybrid environment
- Possess working knowledge with standard computer software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google, Adobe)
- Experience with data collection in REDCap
Desired Qualifications*
Preferred Candidates will have a masters degree and relevant research experience.
Work Schedule
This position is full time, Monday-Friday during regular business hours.
Work Locations
This position is located in Ann Arbor where free parking is available on site.
Hybrid options are available.
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
This is a term-limited, grant-funded regular appointment. Funds are assured through September 2026. At the end of the stated term, if funds are not available, 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.
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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.