RESEARCH ASST II/I (TEMP)

Job Summary

The Division of Geriatric and Palliative Medicine in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of Michigan Medical School is seeking a Research Assistant to work on a team of researchers conducting health-related studies on aging. Currently, we are performance sites in two multicenter trials- one with older patients hospitalized at Michigan Medicine and the second focusing on older adults who receive primary care at Michigan Medicine. This position offers a flexible work schedule with primarily on-site training, work, and meetings at the 300 North Ingalls Building. Anticipated number of work hours per week is 10-15. This position is grant funded and dependent on continuation of funding. 

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*

• Assist with general administrative tasks for the team
• Entering research data and managing databases
• Maintain accurate and detailed study records
• Prepare and mail study information to study-eligible older adults
• Assist in the follow-up of potential study participants, including making phone calls and sending emails
• Assist in recruitment and enrollment of older adults in research studies
• Attend research team trainings and meetings

Required Qualifications*

• A bachelors degree is required, preferably with a social science, health science or public health focus.
• Proficiency in the PC environment and with programs including MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Strong interpersonal skills, comfortable speaking with other researchers and older adults
• Strong organizational skills and close attention to detail 
• Excellent attention to detail, including following detailed instructions and careful documentation 
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with multiple team members 
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and protect the privacy of others.

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience with older adults in a research or work environment or in a volunteer role
• Familiarity with REDCap preferred

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.

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.