Mission Statement
Michigan Medicine is firmly committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging, which are core to the culture and values of the Medical School Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world. We strive to create a work culture where each team member feels respected, valued, and safe.
Job Summary
The Clinical Research Coordinator Associate will support coordination and implementation of ongoing clinical research studies focused on hypertension treatment and stroke prevention. Responsibilities include participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, scheduling study visits, participant follow up, and maintenance of study documentation.
Responsibilities*
- Coordinate day-to-day activities for assigned clinical research studies
- Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants in accordance with protocol requirements
- Schedule and manage study visits, including follow-up activities
- Serve as a primary point of contact for study participants, ensuring clear communication and positive participant experience
- Maintain accurate and timely study documentation, including regulatory and source documents
- Assist with data collection and entry in study databases
- Support study teams and investigators with operational tasks related to study execution
- Collaborate with research staff and leadership to ensure adherence to study timelines and goals
Required Qualifications*
- Bachelor's degree in health sciences, public health, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced research environment
- Experience interacting with human subjects or working in a clinical or research setting is preferred
Desired Qualifications*
- Prior experience coordinating clinical research studies
- Familiarity with participant recruitment and retention strategies
- Experience with data entry and research documentation systems (e.g., REDCap)
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
Appointment Type: Term-Limited (1 year, with potential for extension based on funding)
Work Environment
This position works closely with a multidisciplinary research team and requires frequent interaction with study participants. The role may involve a combination of on-site and remote work, depending on study needs.
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.
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.