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University of Michigan Research Intermediate Supr in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Research Intermediate Supr
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Summary
This research supervisor position will provide study coordination for clinical research activities focused on the causes and risk factors of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) in the Pranger ALS Clinic and University of Michigan ALS Center of Excellence. The research supervisor will work with principal investigators and clinic staff and supervise clinical research team members to accurately and efficiently carry out tasks associated with a variety of ALS specific research studies, with primary emphasis on activities associated with the newly established National Institutes of Health funded Access for All in ALS (ALL ALS) consortium. ALL ALS is a multi-institutional effort that aims to provide a large-scale, centralized, and readily accessible infrastructure for the collection and storage of a wide range of data from people living with ALS, participants at risk of developing ALS, and people with no risks or symptoms of ALS. Duties and responsibilities will include planning and overseeing ALS research study activities, training and supervising study team members, and preparing required reporting for governmental agencies. Given the scope of select study activities, a licensed healthcare provider, such as a registered nurse, is required.
The characteristic duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time to match changing needs and priorities. 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, outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position, and provide three references with full contact information (name, phone number, e-mail address). If you are not providing a reference from your current position, please explain why. Applications without a complete cover letter will not be considered.
Responsibilities*
Train, assign tasks, and functionally supervise three junior clinical research team members. With guidance from Principal Investigators can also hire, train, and supervise new full-time clinical research staff, temporary employees, and interns. Includes planning work, appraising productivity and efficiency, recommending promotions, providing coaching, and contributing to performance evaluations as needed.
Oversee the planning, organization, and assignment of study activities for ALL ALS and other research studies, focused on screening, recruiting, obtaining informed consent, and enrolling participants according to protocol.
Manage study-related study visit responsibilities across the clinical research team, including scheduling, study visit coordination, subject interviews, cognitive screenings, administering survey instruments, and collecting outcome measures (e.g., vital capacity, muscle strength testing via hand-held dynamometry). Ensure proper recording of participant study-related data. Manage collection, processing, labeling, storage, and shipment of biospecimens for research studies. Requires training in venipuncture.
Ensure all study related documentation is completed accurately with quality and in a timely fashion per study requirements. Complete data entry into both electronic and paper case report forms. Complete Institutional Review Board applications, amendments, etc. and ensure compliance with approved protocol activities and reporting requirements.
Meet regularly and work closely with the unit team on defining and implementing best practices, ensuring timeliness of deliverables, confirming collection of all designated study data, and verifying accuracy of data.
Serve as point-of-contact for ALL ALS Coordinating Center personnel and site coordinators to maintain study continuity, compliance, and reporting. Attend ALL ALS study meetings and conferences as appropriate.
Work collaboratively with team members for related studies as needed.
Supervision Exercised:
Provides administrative supervision of three (3) or more clinical research team staff members.
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.
A licensed healthcare provider, such as a registered nurse, with an active, unrestricted license or ability to be licensed in the State of Michigan, is required, along with training in venipuncture, to support and provide oversight for study activities.
Minimum 2 years of directly related experience is necessary. Includes experience working in a research program, training and/or supervising team members, working with adults with ALS, or participating in clinical care and outreach.
Strong leadership and management skills; ability to provide direction, facilitation, and coaching to staff. Strong ability to work independently, exercising good judgement, to support successful staff supervision.
Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and capable of working under minimal supervision with critical time constraints to support study oversight.
Professional demeanor with excellent verbal and written communication skills, with experience and interest in discussing clinical study rationale with participants and stakeholders.
Able to maintain data confidentiality and participant/subject/patient privacy.
Collegial and team oriented. Ability to work effectively with diverse faculty, staff, students, collaborators, and community partners.
Ability to handle multiple projects concurrently; experienced and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving skills and ability to shift gears and remain focused on multiple demands.
Eagerness to learn and use new skills quickly and effectively along with an ability to adapt to changing needs. Flexible and willing to take on new roles as needed.
Ability to occasionally work an alternate schedule, including evenings and weekends, as activity schedule requires.
Experience with Microsoft Office products (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point)
Desired Qualifications*
Master's Degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and related experience is desirable.
4+ years of direct related experience
Experience with federally-sponsored, industry-sponsored and/or investigator initiated research studies, including direct interaction with patients in a patient care setting or outpatient clinic.
Experience using e-Research Regulatory Management system, MiChart, or comparable platforms. Experience with Electronic Data Entry/Capture and experience using RedCap or similar data management systems.
A working knowledge of medical terminology and assessment of laboratory values.
Understanding of HIPAA guidelines and up to date PEERRS training or the ability to complete training upon hire.
Work Schedule
This position involves a standard Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. work week.
Additional Information
Michigan Medicine is firmly committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging, which are core to the culture and values of the Medical School Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world. We strive to create a work culture where each team member feels respected, valued, and safe.
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.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
250437
Working Title
Research Intermediate Supr
Job Title
Research Intermediate Supr
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Neurology Department
Posting Begin/End Date
6/14/2024 - 6/21/2024
Career Interest
Research
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