MI-AORTA Clinical Research Assistant

How to Apply

We, the staff and faculty of the Frankel Cardiovascular Center (FCVC) team, are committed to advancing medicine and serving humanity through living and teaching our core values of Caring, Teamwork, Integrity, Innovation and Excellence. Each FCVC employee is expected to understand and demonstrate that in every interaction we represent our entire organization in the care we provide and in the courtesies we extend to patients, families, and each respective team member. The FCVC is dedicated to partnering with patients and families to deliver the safest and highest quality of health care. Excellent service is an expected and integral part of the FCVC culture.

To be considered for this position, a cover letter is required and should be attached as the first page with 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 MI-AORTA Clinical Research Assistant will work within the Frankel Cardiovascular Center (FCVC) Administration team as part of a multidisciplinary research team involved in the advancement of a cardiovascular disease biobank. You will be responsible for procurement of tissue in the OR setting, transportation of specimen, long-term storage, and classification of specimens obtained during cardiovascular surgeries at Michigan Medicine. This position will assist with study coordination for the biobank, assist with retrospective data reviews, and additional registries, as needed but will not be assigned clinical trials independently.

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
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prescription Drug Plan
• Mental and emotional health programs
• Child Care Resources
• Life Insurance
• Legal Services Plan
• Retirement Savings Opportunities with 2:1 match and immediate vesting

Responsibilities*

Knowledge of all 8 competency domains is expected and experience within applicable domains specific to unit needs.

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

Clinical Coordinator Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability to screen research participants for study eligibility & enroll with accuracy in various databases.
• Utilize clinical and research knowledge to independently resect and obtain tissue from surgical specimens using sterile technique during cardiovascular surgeries at the Frankel Cardiovascular Center for clinical research purposes.
• Understand protocol structure and how to interpret study requirements to ensure study compliance.
• Transport and prepare collected specimens for long-term storage.
• Maintain frozen and fixed tissue biobanks and corresponding databases.
• Assist in preparing tissue for experiments.
• Evaluate research methods and procedures to assess tissue quality.
• Adhere to laboratory safety requirements and guidelines.
• Demonstrate understanding of the clinical research objectives associated with the program.
• Understand the importance of participant confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and U of M regulations.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and ethical integrity through the applications of all established processes and procedures related to the ethical treatment of participants.
• Ensure integrity of specimen management (collection, processing, packaging/shipping, storing, labeling, tracking, etc.).
• Prepare study procedure kits, shippers, CRFs, and requisition forms.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Data Coordinator Responsibilities

• Catalogue all tissue collection and report on metrics.
• Enter data to complete forms (CRFs) in REDCap.
• Administer minimal risk consents, surveys, and questionnaires.
• Check own work and confirm accuracy.
• Assist in quality control efforts.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Use clinical knowledge to identify patients of interest for tissue collection in order to maintain the balanced overall profile of the biobank with respect to tissue type, pathology, and demographics.
• Independently develop and maintain collaborative relationships with OR staff to facilitate optimal tissue collection.
• Communicate with study participants such as sending study correspondence via email or email.
• Manage study supply inventory.

Regulatory Coordinator Responsibilities

• Work with study team to collect essential documents and maintain regulatory binder.
• Use proper documentation techniques as outlined by the ICH-GCP guidelines.

Training

• PEERSS, HIPPA, CITI GCP
• Acquire appropriate training & knowledge of EMR, REDcap and other databases.
• Willing to learn and use available technology and systems to accomplish job requirements.
• Understand the disease process of the biobank.
• Attend and participant in all training classes assigned to this level.

Required Qualifications*

• High school diploma or GED is necessary.
• Possess ability to maintain a calm, professional demeanor in high-stress, emergent situations.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.
• Knowledge of (or ability to learn) sterile technique in the surgical environment.

Desired Qualifications*

• 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.
• 1-2 years' experience in research laboratory or hospital setting.
• Human anatomy and/or physiology lab coursework or prior experience working with tissue.
• Experience with MiChart and REDCap.

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 .

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

253231

Working Title

MI-AORTA Clinical Research Assistant

Job Title

Clinical Research Assistant

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Cardiovascular Center Gift

Posting Begin/End Date

8/21/2024 - 9/09/2024

Career Interest

Research