Clinical Research Technician (underfill Assistant)

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Job Summary

The CRC position consists of management of a clinical study involving the screening for patients for liver cancer and testing of different techniques for screening. The coordinator will be responsible for patient screening, recruitment, data entry, regulatory management, and interfacing with the sponsor.

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 Clinical Research Assistant position is required.

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*

  • Regulatory management (IRB, interaction with sponsor)
  • Data entry into central database
  • Patient screening
  • Approaching patient, consenting, blood processing

Knowledge of all 8 competency domains is expected:

1.    Scientific Concepts and Research Design
2.    Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
3.    Investigational Products Development and Regulation
4.    Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
5.    Study and Site Management
6.    Data Management and Informatics
7.    Leadership and Professionalism
8.    Communication and Teamwork

Supervision Received: This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to Faculty Principal Investigator.

Supervision Exercised: None

Required Qualifications*

Clinical Research Associate: 

  • High school diploma or GED is necessary. 

Clinical Research 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. (Please review SoCRAs 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.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. 

Desired Qualifications*

Clinical Research 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. 

Clinical Research Technician:

Bachelors 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

This will be a 40 hour a week position with the work occurring Monday through Friday between 9am and 5pm.

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.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at the CRC-Assistant title based on selected candidate's 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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.