Clinical Research Technician

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.

Job Summary

The University of Michigan's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PMR) and the Center for Disability Health and Wellness (CDHW) are looking for professional, experienced, enthusiastic and proactive problem-solver who is interested in participating as part of a dynamic, fast-paced, and well-established disability health research team. This position will primarily support the federally funded Michigan Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems (MI-SCIMS) Center and other disability-related research grants.

The overarching focus of MI-SCIMS is to enhance the health, well-being, participation and quality of life of individuals living with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI). The individual in this position will work under the supervision of the Project Director (Michelle Meade), the CDHW Manager (Foy), and the SCIMS Clinical Research Coordinator Intermediate (Deepti) to ensure the engagement of research participants and completion of all project activities as required by our funder and in coordination with the National SCI Database Center and other SCI Model System Centers throughout the United States. Other Disability related grants involve enhancing the Health and Functioning of Individuals with a physical, cognitive, developmental and sensory disabilities from diverse backgrounds through a combination of research, training and knowledge translation activities. All grants associated with CDHW work in partnership with individuals with disabilities and disability organizations and have a long-term goal of transforming healthcare to be more accessible, engaging and relevant to individuals with disabilities, with particular focus on individuals with the most severe impairments and those from poor, racial minority and traditionally under-served communities.

Responsibilities*

• Enrolling and interviewing participants with new Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) and other disabilities; Ensuring the implementation of confidentiality, human subjects protections and the highest ethical standards: contacting potential participants through mail, phone and / or email, informing them about and engaging them in research activities, and collecting and entering participant data into a REDCap database
• Locating, engaging and following-up with existing participants with SCI who joined the study 1, 5 to 30 years ago
• Reviewing and Extracting information from the Electronic Health Record
• Accurately enter information into databases and perform quality checks of their work
• Interacting with / engaging clinicians from inpatient and outpatient settings conduct activities needed to facilitate participant reimbursement
• Participating in virtual and in-person meetings to represent the MISCIMS with national collaborators
• Setting up and coordinating meetings as required to facilitate research activities
• Assisting with the development of grant-related reports
• Other research activities as required 

Required Qualifications*

• Associate degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.
• ONE of the following:
  • Minimum 1 year of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials is necessary. Please review SoCRA's Definition of a Clinical Research Professional qualifying experience prior to applying.; or 
  • Ann 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.

Desired Qualifications*

Bachelor's 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.

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

Supervision Received

This position received direct supervision and should report directly to a Clinical Research Coordinator Lead, Clinical Research Project Manager, Administrator, or Faculty Principal Investigator

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 Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.