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.
Job Summary
The Pediatric Emergency Medicine (PEM) research program is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Clinical Research Coordinator to serve as a divisional research lead supporting a diverse portfolio of pediatric emergency medicine studies. This position functions as CRC-Lead for the PEM research team, providing day to day oversight of research activities, staff coordination, regulatory compliance, and study operations in a fast-paced clinical environment. The selected candidate will receive comprehensive training on all active and new Pediatric Emergency Medicine research studies and is expected to be fully cross?trained to support and enroll participants in all ongoing research protocols. This role requires maintaining broad study knowledge to ensure consistent coverage, high?quality enrollment, and continuity of research operations across the program.
This role is integral to maintaining the PEM research program as a core component of patient care, education, and discovery.
This position may independently provide study coordination for simple and moderately complex clinical research studies. As a member of a coordination team, this position may help support a portfolio of projects with varying levels of complexity. Mastery of all job duties from the CRC-Assistant position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder is required.
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
Investigational Products Development and Regulation
Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
Study and Site Management
Data Management and Informatics
Leadership and Professionalism
Communication and Teamwork
Responsibilities*
Manage day-to-day operations of pediatric emergency medicine research studies, including interventional and non-interventional protocols.
Monitor study progress, enrollment targets, timelines, and deliverables; identify challenges and implement solutions.
Ensure adherence to study protocols, institutional policies, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and human subjects protections.
Oversee regulatory submissions and ongoing maintenance with Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and other oversight bodies.
Oversee data collection, entry, quality assurance, and query resolution.
Coordinate with data coordinating centers, sponsors, and biostatistical teams as applicable.
Required Qualifications*
Associate degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.
- Minimum 1 year of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials is necessary. (Please review SoCRA's Definition of a Clinical Research Professional for qualifying experience prior to applying.)
or
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.
orMinimum 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.
- Demonstrated knowledge of human subjects research, clinical study operations, and regulatory requirements.
- Strong organizational, communication, and problem solving skills.
Desired Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in 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.
Experience working in pediatric or emergency medicine research.
Prior experience coordinating multiple studies and/or leading research teams.
Knowledge of IRB processes, GCP guidelines, and research data systems.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Experience mentoring or training research staff, students, or trainees.
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
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.
Work Locations
C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, will include some evening, weekend and on-call hours based on study and clinical needs
Additional Information
Supervision Received:
This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to Pediatric Emergency Medicine research faculty and administrative leadership within Emergency Medicine Research.
Supervision Exercised:
This position provides functional supervision and operational direction to research staff and trainees. This may include coordinating schedules, assigning work, monitoring performance, and contributing to staff training and development.
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 Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.