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 for different Deaf perinatal and parenting projects. This position provides study support for a large-scale federally funded maternal health study for Deaf and hard of hearing mothers, along with two smaller projects focused on empowering Deaf parents and developing and implementing an ASL accessible prenatal class. Key duties involve assisting with research participant coordination, participant interactions, data collection, and general team support. The position is term-limited based on the current funding period (ending August 2027), and continuation is subject to additional funds.
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*
- 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 recruitment, screening, enrollment, participant interviews, data collection, and distribution of incentives for three separately funded Deaf health projects
- Monitoring and responding to participant questions and concerns via text, Zoom, call, or email throughout the study
- Support the project coordinator and/or investigators to ensure streamlined systems and high-quality data collection and reporting
- Assist investigators with group related interventions, including managing Zoom meetings, dissemination of pre- and post-meeting evaluations along with any relevant resources
- Assist in transcription, data analysis and dissemination efforts including presentations, manuscripts, and development of the online maternal health toolkit
Required Qualifications*
- High school diploma or GED
- Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel and use of Zoom and video phones
- Proficient in American Sign Language (ASL) and awareness of Deaf culture
- Highly motivated, detail-oriented, conscientious, responsible, and excellent organizational skills
- Able to occasionally work non-traditional hours to accommodate study participant schedules
- Possess initiative and willingness to learn new tasks
- Ability to work independently as well as with other team members
- Strong interpersonal skills professional demeanor, dependability, and ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to respect and protect confidential and highly sensitive information
Desired Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in related field
- Prior experience in clinical research preferred
- Prior knowledge or understanding of pregnancy research or healthcare preferred
- Working knowledge of Qualtrics and qualitative research
Work Schedule
This is a remote position
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 dependent on funding availability for this position. This position has the possibility of extension depending 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.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.