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
The Mood Disorder Program of the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Clinical Research Technician to assist with several clinical research projects in mood disorders, including maintaining an interventional psychiatry research registry as well as working with senior faculty and research personnel in organizational and administrative details pertaining to clinical trials. This work will focus on recruitment activities, data entry, and maintenance of research databases. Interaction with adults with mood disorders will be a significant component.
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*
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Experience as part of a team with all 8 competency domains is expected:
- Scientific Concepts and Research Design
- Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
- Investigations Products Development and Regulation
- Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
- Study and Site Management
- Data Management and Informatics
- Leadership and Professionalism
- Communication and Teamwork
Additional Responsibilities:
- Coordinate with various interventional psychiatry clinics and the depression and bipolar clinics for patient recruitment
- Enter data and provide ongoing maintenance activities with key research databases, primarily using REDCap, Excel, and Qualtrics
- Assist in maintenance of documents and progress reports for the IRB
- Run reports in the Electronic Medical Record (MiChart) to identify candidates for research and to collect data
- Assist faculty and research staff in scheduling, screening, and consenting individuals for research studies
- Coordinate study visits and follow-up of study participants
- Assist in the administration of questionnaires and surveys, both paper and electronic, to research participants
- Communicate with external partners such as study sponsors or outside academics who are involved in the research projects
- Collect data, file hardcopies and enter data into appropriate electronic systems
- Perform other study procedures as required by study protocols, such as taking vital signs, taking individuals to the lab for blood collection, etc.
Required Qualifications*
Required Education/Experience Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in health science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.
- ONE of the following:
- Minimum 1 years 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.
- An 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.
- 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.
Additional Qualifications:
- Experience with patients with mood disorders
- Experience in administering scales or questionnaires
- Proficiency in Microsoft programs including Windows, Outlook email/ calendaring, Excel, Powerpoint, Word
- Experience with various electronic tools including Dropbox, Qualtrics, REDCap, Medidata
- Basic knowledge of U-M research activities, including the IRB,
- Outstanding oral and written communication skills and organizational skills emphasizing detail, accuracy
- Ability to handle multiple tasks in fast-paced office environment
Desired Qualifications*
Desired Education/Experience Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a 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.
Additional Desired Qualifications:
- Academic knowledge in psychology, social work, public health, or related behavioral sciences
- Previous clinical experience in mental health
- Previous clinical trial experience, particularly federally regulated research
- Experience in managing data and data analysis (SAS, SPSS, etc)
- Knowledge of Mood disorders
- Experience with MiChart or other electronic health records
- Experience with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and certification
Work Schedule
Monday- Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, occasional early start at 7:30 AM.
Work Locations
Outpatient psychiatry at Rachel Upjohn Building, some hospital and remote work.
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 appointment as grant funding is only confirmed available for 1 yr. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and you 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.
Note: This position may have the option to renew depending on funding availability.
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.
E-Verify
The University of Michigan participates with the federal EVerify system. Individuals hired into positions that are funded by a federal contract with the FAR EVerify clause must have their identity and work eligibility confirmed by the EVerify system. This position is identified as a position that may include the EVerify requirement.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.