Job Summary
The Department of Family Medicine is seeking a highly motivated and organized person with excellent multi-tasking and record-keeping skills to join our research team. 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 involve research participant interaction and medical record abstraction. This individual will work with the study team to enroll study participants, collect and manage data, and support day-to-day operations of the research. This role is term-limited based on the current funding period, but additional funds are anticipated to be able to extend this position beyond its current term.
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*
- Medical record data abstraction to collect primary and secondary study outcomes
- Responsible for monitoring and keeping the project manager informed on daily progress of the study including recruitment, enrollment, data collection, and institutional approvals
- Conduct all necessary daily study activities including enrollment, participant interviews, data collection, ordering and distribution of supplies, and distribution of incentives
- Monitor and review survey, diet, and weight data submitted by participants throughout study participation; conduct quality checks and reach out to participants to validate data as needed
- Support the project manager in establishing data management processes to ensure streamlined systems and high-quality data collection
- Review participant requested grocery orders, place orders, and manage delivery of groceries to study participants
- Monitoring and responding to participant questions and concerns via text, call, or email as they arise at enrollment and throughout the study
- Assist in data analysis and dissemination efforts including presentations, manuscripts, and social media posts
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
- Certification is required through Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or Society of Clinical Research Association (SOCRA) as a Certified Clinical Research Professionals (CCRP) or equivalent. Candidates must be eligible to register or take the exam at date of hire and the certification must be completed or passed etc. within six months of date of hire. (Please review eligibility criteria from SoCRA or ACRP)
- Minimum 2 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.
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
- Highly motivated, detail-oriented, conscientious, responsible, and excellent organizational skills
- Able to work non-traditional hours to accommodate study participant schedules
- 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
- Strong interpersonal skills (with adolescents as well as peers), professional demeanor, dependability, and ability to work well under pressure
- 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
- Interest or experience working with pregnant women or adolescents
Desired Qualifications*
- 4+ years of direct related experience
- Experience with medical record review or data abstraction
- Prior knowledge or understanding of pregnancy research, nutrition, or healthcare
- Working knowledge of Qualtrics, REDCap, MiChart, and/or data analysis software
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. This is a hybrid position
Additional Information
This is a term-limited appointment dependent on funding availability for this position. This position has the possibility of extension depending on availability of funding. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate and 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.
Background Screening
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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.
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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.