Summary

We are seeking an individual with experience in conducting survey research to serve as a Research Technician Intermediate/Associate for pediatric studies. Successful candidates will have experience assisting with social-behavioral research, experience in interacting with young children and their parents, and excellent organizational and communication skills.

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

Responsibilities*

• Recruit eligible families for the study
  • Screen families for study eligibility
  • Deliver and collect study materials from participants
  • Maintain records of eligible families
  • Contact eligible families at clinics and over the phone
  • Explain project and follow informed consent procedures
• Collect data with participating families according to study procedures
• Assist with subject payment/compensation as needed.
• Assist Project Coordinators and PIs in site-specific project activities, ensuring they are completed on-time
  • Help score, clean, and enter data
  • Assist with study databases (e.g., REDcap)
  • Provide necessary documentation to Project Coordinator for IRB records, ongoing research credentialing, etc.
  • Participate in ongoing training as needed for study activities and human subjects protection
  • Attend regular meetings with Research Teams, as needed.
• Support in preparation of study materials; preparation of study protocol kits.
• Complete other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma or associates degree and 1-3 years experience (Intermediate)
• High school diploma or associates degree and 1 year experience (Associate)

Desired Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in related field

Work Schedule

We offer flexibility with work hours, work-life balance, and provide in-office and remote work options.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

This is a 2-year term-limited appointment.  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

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.