Job Summary
The Department of Natural Sciences at the University of Michigan-Dearborn invites applications for a Lifestyle and Preventive Medicine Clinical Research Scholar (CRISP Scholar) as part of the Clinical Research Program in Lifestyle Medicine and Preventive Health (formerly EMRAP) to support research projects in lifestyle medicine, preventive health, primary care, and emergency medicine.
This position offers hands-on experience in clinical research conducted in hospital and clinic settings, with an emphasis on preventive approaches to health and the role of lifestyle interventions in improving patient outcomes. Research and scholarly activity may include topics related to nutrition, physical activity, stress management, restorative sleep, social connection, avoidance of risky substances, and other evidence-based strategies to prevent and address chronic disease. Preventive education is a particular focus of our research program.
The University of Michigan-Dearborn values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Responsibilities*
- Participate in all phases of clinical research, including protocol development, IRB submissions and communication, study implementation, and execution.
- Assist with patient screening, participant enrollment, and data collection under the supervision of clinical faculty and research mentors.
- Contribute to scholarly work, including manuscript preparation, journal submission, and responses to peer reviewers and editorial feedback.
- Use electronic data capture systems, such as REDCap, to support accurate and efficient data management; training will be provided as needed.
- Support research in lifestyle medicine and preventive health, including projects that examine the delivery and effectiveness of preventive education and behavior-change interventions in health care settings.
- Critically evaluate scientific literature in preventive health and lifestyle medicine using evidence-based medicine principles.
- Provide limited administrative support for the Clinical Research Program in Lifestyle Medicine and Preventive Health (BIO 494), as needed and at the discretion of the program director, currently Daniel Keyes, MD, MPH.
- Maintain availability two to three days per week to support collaborative scholarly activity, meetings, and related program responsibilities.
Required Qualifications*
- Pursuing or recently completed a degree in a relevant field, such as biology, health sciences, public health, or a related discipline.
- Completion of a clinical research training program such as EMRAP / Clinical Research Program in Lifestyle Medicine is preferred; candidates with substantial clinical research experience outside the program may also be considered.
- Interest in lifestyle medicine, preventive health, chronic disease prevention, and evidence-based health care is a plus.
- Familiarity with clinical research procedures and practices, including HIPAA compliance, research ethics, and data analysis, is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to contribute to manuscripts and communicate professionally with journals and collaborators.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
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
Appointment Term Twelve months, beginning August 2026, with the possibility of a short-term extension.
Benefits
- Mentored experience in clinical research, lifestyle and preventive medicine, and scholarly publishing.
- Opportunity to work with faculty, students, statisticians, and other collaborators on interdisciplinary projects.
- Potential for co-authorship on publications and presentations at scientific conferences.
- Opportunities may be available to work in an acute clinical hospital setting.
- Hourly pay through the University of Michigan-Dearborn.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.