Lead Study Coordinator

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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.

Job Summary

The Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar Research Program in the Department of Psychiatry carries out research in bipolar disorder. We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented lead coordinator for a complex, multi-site longitudinal study focused on accelerating the science of bipolar disorder.

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*

• Manage the enrollment of individuals with lived experience with bipolar disorder into a longitudinal cohort study over a period of five years.

• Oversee all aspects of the study process including consenting, diagnostic interviewing, administration of clinical assessments (under guidance/supervisions of advanced clinicians), biospecimen processing, neurocognitive testing, MRI imaging, data entry and other procedures.

• Address routine requests from the central coordinating center regarding staff certifications, IRB updates, data queries, and other regulatory requirements.

• Lead weekly meetings to report on study productivity and challenges.

• Effectively communicate with the primary investigator and manager to collaborate on innovative solutions to achieve target goals.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's Degree.

• 4-5 years of experience coordinating research studies or related field.

• Ability to take initiative and manage responsibilities within the identified scope of work while collaborating and maintaining clear and consistent communication with team and leadership.

• Comfort and willingness to work both proactively and independently, as well as in teams.

• Demonstrated skills of being detail-oriented, organized, and strong planning skills.

• Excellent written and oral communication.

• Working knowledge of basic computer skills: Google Mail and Google Drive; Microsoft Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) i.e., creating documents and presentations, maintaining records and lists of contacts, etc.

• Ability to work respectfully across race, class, gender, religious and other differences.

• Ability to work some weekend and evening hours as necessary.

• Personal transportation to be able to work between two locations.

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree Preferred.

• Prior managerial and supervisory experience.

• Previous background in clinical trial coordination for psychiatric research studies.

• Previous research experience in mental health.

• Knowledge of bipolar disorder.

Work Schedule

Hours: 40hrs/week, Monday - Friday

This position will include a dedicated office space and require being present in the office most days of the week.

Work Locations

Rachel Upjohn Building and Bonisteel Interdisciplinary Research Building.

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 thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

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.

In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.

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.

E-Verify

The University of Michigan participates with the federal EVerify system. Individuals hired into positions that are funded by a federal contract with the FAR EVerify clause must have their identity and work eligibility confirmed by the EVerify system. This position is identified as a position that may include the EVerify requirement.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

252445

Working Title

Lead Study Coordinator

Job Title

Research Area Specialist Inter

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Medical School

Department

MM Heinz C. Prechter Bipolar R

Posting Begin/End Date

8/26/2024 - 9/30/2024

Career Interest

Research

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