RESEARCH ASST I (TEMP)

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 Department of Family Medicine is seeking an organized person with excellent record-keeping skills to support our research team on a temp basis. This position provides administrative support for a large-scale National Institute of Health (NIH) funded clinical trial examining the impact of delivery of healthy foods to moms with low income on pregnancy weight gain, diet, and outcomes. The characteristic duties and responsibilities of this position primarily involve supporting data collection and analysis efforts to keep the study on track. This individual will work to abstract medical records data, conduct qualitative analysis, and progress dissemination products as well as providing backup support when necessary to study functions.

Responsibilities*

• Support study team in conducting day-to-day tasks (placing grocery orders, managing orders, sending surveys, etc.) to ensure necessary tasks are performed

• Provide backup to study team for other tasks when necessary (staff illness, vacation, etc.) or as requested/desired by this individual and the study team

• Support qualitative data analysis

• Support dissemination of study results and products

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor?s degree in health, biology, or nutrition field
• Minimum 2 years of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Highly motivated, detail-oriented, conscientious, responsible, and excellent organizational skills
• Internet access and remote work capabilities including Zoom and Teams proficiency
• Possess initiative and willingness to learn new tasks
• Ability to work independently as well as with other team members
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to respect and protect confidential and highly sensitive information
• Prior experience in or working knowledge of the health care field

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.

Work Schedule

This is a remote position with temp hours up to 8 per week expected.

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.