Research Area Specialist Inter
Ann Arbor, Michigan
Employer: University of Michigan
Industry: Research
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
Job Summary
The Department of Surgery Michigan Nutrition Obesity Research Center is seeking a Research Area Specialist Intermediate to conduct and manage various research related activities within the Physical Activity Laboratory (PAL). This position will work with multiple research teams in accurately and efficiently carrying out a range of tasks associated with a variety of clinical research studies. The primary responsibilities of this position include exercise testing, exercise training and metabolic testing, as well as training oversight. All testing and training must be conducted safely according to research protocols. Because training and testing occur outside of normal business hours (PAL currently operates from 6a-6p), the candidate must be reliable and available during these times.
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.
Responsibilities*
The selected candidate for this position will serve as a key research member for the Nutrition, Exercise and Phenotype Testing Core (NExT). NExT is a collaborative network of laboratory and research facilities on campus, which provide expanded support for clinical and translational research studies using nutrition interventions and/or focused on obesity or obesity-related metabolic disorders in humans. The immediate program needs for this position are focused on managing the PAL daily operations, conducting metabolic testing, body composition and assist with physical activity design and executions for research teams. The coordinator will assist NExT research teams in a variety of research areas, including coordination of testing and research projects as well as execution of research.
What You will do:
Required Qualifications*
The ideal candidate will have:
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
248113
Working Title
Research Area Specialist Inter
Job Title
Research Area Specialist Inter
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Surgery Department
Posting Begin/End Date
8/21/2024 - 9/07/2024
Career Interest
Research
The Department of Surgery Michigan Nutrition Obesity Research Center is seeking a Research Area Specialist Intermediate to conduct and manage various research related activities within the Physical Activity Laboratory (PAL). This position will work with multiple research teams in accurately and efficiently carrying out a range of tasks associated with a variety of clinical research studies. The primary responsibilities of this position include exercise testing, exercise training and metabolic testing, as well as training oversight. All testing and training must be conducted safely according to research protocols. Because training and testing occur outside of normal business hours (PAL currently operates from 6a-6p), the candidate must be reliable and available during these times.
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.
Responsibilities*
The selected candidate for this position will serve as a key research member for the Nutrition, Exercise and Phenotype Testing Core (NExT). NExT is a collaborative network of laboratory and research facilities on campus, which provide expanded support for clinical and translational research studies using nutrition interventions and/or focused on obesity or obesity-related metabolic disorders in humans. The immediate program needs for this position are focused on managing the PAL daily operations, conducting metabolic testing, body composition and assist with physical activity design and executions for research teams. The coordinator will assist NExT research teams in a variety of research areas, including coordination of testing and research projects as well as execution of research.
What You will do:
- Collaborate and coordinate with research teams to conduct high quality research; maintain knowledge of specific study and regulatory guidelines to help ensure compliance.
- Participate in the development and implementation of new research projects.
- Conduct metabolic and exercise tests e.g., VO2max, Resting Metabolic Rate, fitness assessments, body composition. Oversee/coordinate exercise training studies.
- Manage project data, including data collection, organization and storage, as well as ensure data consistency/security.
- Assist in data analysis and interpretation of data findings e.g., lifestyle behavior data collected from wearable devices.
- Supervise, orient, coordinate and manage other members of the research team including graduate/undergraduate students and other trainees.
- Manage monthly totals, billing and assure deadlines are met.
- Prepare material for research team meetings and summarize meeting notes.
Required Qualifications*
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Masters degree in Exercise Physiology or a related field and have experience in a research setting (applicants with a Bachelors degree will be considered).
- 4-5 years of experience in a related field
- Experience with clinical exercise research, various types of exercise testing, and diverse populations are preferred.
- Familiarity with proper collection of data and will possess at least basic knowledge of study design and data management.
- Familiarity with lifestyle behavior data collected from wearable devices
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively interact with investigators, collaborators, other project staff, students and study subjects are necessary.
- The candidate must be highly organized and possess excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Basic knowledge of eResearch is preferred.
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
248113
Working Title
Research Area Specialist Inter
Job Title
Research Area Specialist Inter
Work Location
Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Exempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Surgery Department
Posting Begin/End Date
8/21/2024 - 9/07/2024
Career Interest
Research
Created: 2024-08-22
Reference: 248113
Country: United States
State: Michigan
City: Ann Arbor
ZIP: 48103
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