Research Area Specialist Assoc

How to Apply

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Responsibilities*

The University of Michigan, School of Nursing (UMSN) is seeking a Research Area Specialist Associate who will work with a faculty Principal Investigator (PI) from the Department of Health Behavior and Biological Sciences to help coordinate several diet and lifestyle trials for adults with type 2 diabetes, prediabetes, or polycystic ovary syndrome. We will be comparing the health impact of a very low-carbohydrate (ketogenic/keto) diet to a standard-of-care diet (plate-method, standard Diabetes Prevention Program, or the DASH diet). The coordinator will have opportunities to contribute to other, ongoing clinical trials, as needed. The coordinator will help with a variety of study activities, including institutional review board (IRB) application preparation; screening, consenting, and enrolling participants; and creation of study and recruitment materials, including surveys and Standard Operating Procedures. The coordinator may also assist with qualitative data collection and analysis. The coordinator will work both independently and with the research team. Opportunities will be available, as desired or assigned, for grant application preparation, data analysis, and preparation of poster presentations and/or manuscripts related to projects. This is a full-time, term-limited position due to salary funded on a grant.

Responsibilities*

• Oversee the recruitment, enrollment, and retention of participants. Track participant and study progress and assessments. Schedule and screen potential participants.
• Assist data entry efforts, maintain study records, and keep co-investigators apprised of study progress.
• Update and maintain the IRB application.
• Design study documents, recruitment materials, and other relevant study documents for projects.
• Coordinate communication between sponsor, IRB, PI, study participants, and various research offices.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed and are not an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field is required; Master's degree preferred.
• One (1) to two (2) years relevant work experience in human subject research.
• Medical experience/background with understanding medications and health conditions preferred.
• Candidate must have excellent communication skills, with the ability to receive and convey information clearly and concisely for various mediums.
• Excellent computer skills, including demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint.

Attributes:

• Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Proven analytical skills and follow-through; a high degree of creativity, initiative, resourcefulness, and the ability to anticipate needs.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Solid interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups of people in a diplomatic, collaborative and effective manner.
• Candidate must be a team player, flexible, and able to work in a fast-paced research environment.
• Candidate should have a basic understanding of the scientific research process.
• Ability to work independently as well as effectively in teams; must have the ability to work comfortably with individuals at all levels.
• Ability to promote the School of Nursing's Declaration of Values to Empowereach other to interrupt or disrupt disrespect; Practice communication that is beneficial, kind and true; Inspire and be inspired by our members' worth, significance and integrity; Cultivate respect for ourselves and others routinely, publicly and privately.

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 .

Additional Information

Shift/Hours/Days: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday; may include some occasional evening hours for evening classes. Currently, this position has the option to be remote; and will be reviewed annually per the university and School of Nursing policy.

Salary: The target salary range for this position is up to a maximum of $51,000 due to salary funded on a grant. The actual salary determined will be based on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate and may be less than the maximum. We encourage all interested parties apply.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

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

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

254642

Working Title

Research Area Specialist Assoc

Job Title

Research Area Specialist Assoc

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Mobile/Remote

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

School Nursing

Department

School of Nursing

Posting Begin/End Date

9/18/2024 - 9/25/2024

Salary

$51,000.00 - $51,000.00

Career Interest

Research