Summary

A Clinical Research Technician position is available at the University of Michigan Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Department. The successful candidate will be expected to work under the supervision of the laboratory's faculty members on a complex, longitudinal study with parents and toddlers.

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*

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

• 
  Scientific Concepts and Research Design
• Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
• Investigational Products Development and Regulation
• Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
• Study and Site Management - making decisions independently, and know when to escalate issues to the Principal Investigator or the IRB
• Data Management and Informatics
• Communication and Teamwork
• Collecting informed consent, administering surveys, guiding parents and children through hands-on and iPad-based cognitive tasks, video recording parent-child play tasks, and scoring and managing participant data (Either in office or at participants homes)
• Help develop study manuals, scripts, and protocols, as well as to work directly with the Principal Investigator to assist creating posters, abstracts, and articles

Supervision Received:

This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to a CRC-Lead, CRC-Project Manager, a unit Administrator, Director, or Faculty Principal Investigator.

Supervision Exercised:

None.

Required Qualifications*

Technician:

• 
  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
  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.
  or
  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.

Assistant:

• High school diploma or GED is necessary.

Desired Qualifications*

Technician:

• 
  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.

Assistant:

• 
  Associate 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.

Work Schedule

After applicant is fully trained this position will be a hybrid and you will be able to work hours remote. With expressed permission from Program Director.

Work Locations

This position is located at NCRC (North Campus Research Complex)

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at the CRC-Assistant title based on selected candidates? qualifications.

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.

Vaccine Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute. This includes those working remotely and temporary workers. More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.