How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be included 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
This position will be filled at the HR title 103691-Business Process Consultant Associate (Non-Exempt) or the HR title 103557-Business Process Consultant Intermediate, depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant. The salary range for the Associate level title is $65,000 - $70,000 and the salary range for the Intermediate level title is $70,000 - $80,000.
Responsibilities*
The Office of the Vice President for Research is seeking an experienced, self-directed, and highly motivated individual to assist the Human Research Protection Program (HRPP) with the transition of IRB/HRPP application materials to a new Human Research Application system replacing the current eResearch Regulatory Management system. This individual will be a member of the team reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Research - HRPP. Duties will include strategic analysis of IRB and HRPP reports to determine the status and actions for transition for 8000+ IRB applications, application archiving, business process analysis/mapping, documentation, and long-term implementation assistance including processing of IRB applications as indicated. This position will be integrated with overall change management efforts for these system transitions. This full-time position has a competitive salary and full benefits.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Minimum three (3) years of experience in document archival decision-making and tracking, program implementation or business process design.
Highly self-motivated with the ability to work independently and with limited direction.
Demonstrated strength in analyzing, comparing, evaluating, and documenting various courses of action in operational systems.
Demonstrated strength in developing and maintaining relationships with internal team members and University units.
Strong software proficiency (e.g., Microsoft office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Strong written and verbal communications skills.
Strong technical writing capability.
Desired Qualifications*
Demonstrated ability to understand and critically analyze various operational systems, data, and documentation used in research administration.
Experience in quality assurance and program evaluation within a health or education setting.
Familiarity with U-M institutional policies and regulations that apply to human research.
Familiarity with eResearch Regulatory or Proposal Management systems.
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.
Underfill Statement
This position will be filled at the HR title 103691-Business Process Consultant Associate (Non-Exempt) or the HR title 103557-Business Process Consultant Intermediate, depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected applicant. The salary range for the Associate level title is $65,000 - $70,000 and the salary range for the Intermediate level title is $70,000 - $80,000.
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.