Career Center
Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, Virginia
Alexandria, VA
College Station, Texas
Arlington, VA
Posted: 11-Jan-23
Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 228932
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.
The Choi Research Lab is in search of a Clinical Research Technician to join their team. This is a term limited appointment with an expected end date of October 2024 with the possibility of extension.
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 CRC-Assistant position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder is required.
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
- Identify, screen and enroll potential subjects; consent minimal risk subjects
- Collect and assist in the management of patient and laboratory data for clinical research subjects
- Coordinate the collection of specimens and monitor study subjects (children)
- Ensure integrity of specimens (collection, processing, shipping/packing, storing, labeling, tracking, etc)
- Perform data management including entering information into Case Report
- Forms (CRFs) and internal database systems including REDCap
- Assist with collection of external medical records for study reporting purposes
- Work collaboratively with the CTSU team by maintaining a good rapport and communication with research teams and faculty, as well as patients and families
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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.
This is a term-limited appointment with an expected end date of October 2024 with the possibility of extension. At the end of the term, the appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits.
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