Clinical Research Coordinator Assistant - 1 YR Term Limited

This is the entry level position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder. Assist with a study examining driving behaviors as potential markers of cognitive decline in older adults. The candidate will assist with all aspects of the study design including recruitment, assisting with setting up driving equipment, running a driving simulator, administering cognitive tests, data base management and assistance with materials needed for presentations and manuscripts.

Responsibilities

Knowledge of 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

The research assistant will support all aspects of the research process including:

• Administer neuropsychological measures
• Assist with running a driving simulator and other driving related equipment
• Subject recruitment
• Database management and analysis
• Able to operate in a semi-independent manner to assist in clinical research and related projects

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of or experience with database creation, management and analysis procedures is expected.
• Candidates must have demonstrable knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access and preferably statistical analysis packages such as SAS and SPSS or other research laboratory programs.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in public health, psychology, or social work or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Proficiency in test administration and scoring is preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical skills and superior verbal and written communication are desired.
• Experience in working with both older adults and children are preferred.
• Experience working with older adults and a medical population is beneficial.

About the Organization

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.

Benefits

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Schedule

This position will be five days a week from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

This will be a 1 year, term-limited appointment that runs through 5/31/2027.