How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached 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.
Summary
The University of Michigan's Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) and the Center for Disability Health and Wellness (CDHW) are looking for professional, experienced and enthusiastic applicants who are interested in participating as part of a dynamic, fast-paced, and well-established disability health research team. This position will primarily support the federally funded Michigan Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems (MI-SCIMS) Center grant. The overarching focus of MI-SCIMS is to enhance the health, well-being, participation and quality of life of individuals living with Spinal Cord Injury (SCI).
The individual in this position will work under the supervision of the Project Director (Michelle Meade) to ensure the coordination and completion of all project activities as required by our funder and in coordination with the National SCI Database Center and other SCI Model System Centers throughout the United States. They will develop, submit and revise applications to the University of Michigan, or other, Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) and ensure both the implementation of human subjects protections and the highest ethical standards. They will ensure the training and accuracy of all individuals interviewing participants and entering information into databases and may be called upon to represent the MI-SCIMS on virtual or national meetings with collaborators as well as to work in partnership with or train research staff at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital, who serves as our partner in the MI-SCIMS.
The individual in this position will also personally engage with potential and existing research participants, including regularly (multiple times each week) going to the Michigan Medicine inpatient rehabilitation unit to meet with individuals with new SCI, explain the research study, conduct informed consent processes and complete in person and telephone (or zoom) based interviews, extract information from the medical record and enter database into REDCap and other electronic databases. This position can perform the majority of tasks independently and perform quality checks of their work. The person in this position will have office space at the Burlington Building but will be expected to regularly travel to Michigan Medicine's University Hospital or Chelsea Hospital in order to complete job responsibilities. Applicants with an understanding of SCI or other disability issues, as well as issues of diversity, equity and inclusion, and survey/social focus research will be strongly considered for this position.
What You'll Do
Responsibilities will include but not limited to activities such as recruitment of potential inpatients for participation in the SCIMS project, conducting interviews with them and obtaining needed documentation from their medical records, conducting data management, data quality checks and data extraction, conducting interviews of long-term SCIMS participants over the phone, and assisting in the coordination of the day-to-day activities of a research assistant who will also be involved in the interview process for this study. Essential skills include the ability to multitask, remain organized and clear, concise communication skills. Supporting IRB activities and overseeing adherence of study protocols. This role requires oversight of human subject recruitment as well as mentorship of research assistants. Adhering to study protocols and follow-up communication are critical responsibilities of this position as well as respecting the confidentiality of our research participants. The successful candidate must be flexible and willing to assist with other project activities as assigned.
Major Tasks
1) Overseeing recruitment
2) Manage human subjects protections, including the submission and revisions of IRB applications, amendments and ORIOs
3) Develop and submit Data Use agreements
4) Engage potential participants and conduct informed consent and interview processes on the inpatient unit, in outpatient clinics and over the phone
5) Act as an extension of SCI Clinical team and program, ensuring the integration of research activities as part of the U-M continuum of care and spending time in hospital and clinic environments
6) Develop and Implement strategies to track, engage and collect self-report data from participants using multiple formats, including but not limited to phone, email, mail, texting, and in person
7) Review and extract information / data from medical records
8) Enter data into local and National databases
9) Conduct quality control checks for entered data and make corrections as needed
10) Develop and implement standardized research protocols and manuals of operations (MOPs)
11) Provide supervision, direction and guidance to research assistants and students as applicable
12) Assist with grant-related paperwork
13) Develop, update and extract information from REDCap Databases
14) Other research activities as requested by Project Director or CDHW Manager
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.
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
Required Qualifications*
Associate:
- 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.
Technician:
- Associate degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
- ONE of the following:
- Minimum 1 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.
- 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.
- Minimum 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.
Desired Qualifications*
- Professional and / or personal experience with SCI or mobility impairments
- Greater than 5-years of direct research experience with human populations
- Experience with bedside participant recruiting
- Experience supervising staff
- Reliable transportation and ability to regularly commute to hospital(s) multiple times a week
- Comfort in a clinical environment and collaborating with health care providers
- Experience with effectively interfacing with investigators and external stakeholders
- Sensitivity to issues of diversity, equity and inclusion
- Experience with statistical analyses and manuscript development
- Skills supportive of dissemination and knowledge translation activities
- PEERRS Certification or ability to be certified within 2 months
- Experience conducting interviews and working with medical records-MiChart (Epic)Knowledge of Human subjects protections and experience creating and / or revising IRB applications
- Experience with data entry and Microsoft Office software
- Excellent Communication Skills and Flexibility
- Ability and willingness to interact as part of a dynamic and fast-paced research team, including serving as back-up to others or assisting with other research projects
- Proactive, problem solving ability
Work Locations
This is an IN-PERSON position. The person in this position will have office space at the Burlington Building but is expected to regularly travel to Michigan Medicine's University Hospital or Chelsea Hospital to complete job responsibilities. The person in this position will be expected to flex their schedule several times a month to work on evening and weekends in order to engage participants and participate as an extension of the SCI clinical team. Applicants with an understanding of SCI or other disability issues, as well as issues of diversity, equity and inclusion, and survey/social focus research will be strongly considered for this position.
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Additional Information
This is a time-limited position with funding secured until August 2026, with an extension possible. 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.
The Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Department within 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.
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/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.