Clinical Research Coord Inter Term-Limited

at  University of Michigan

JOB SUMMARY

This position is located within a sports medicine research and musculoskeletal research lab that
currently focuses on clinical trials, epidemiology, outcomes, and genetics research on patients with
rehabilitation and orthopedic conditions such as rotator cuff tears that cause shoulder pain. This is the
Mid- level position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder. This position will primarily work with a
large multi-center study on the genetic epidemiology of rotator cuff tears called CuffGEN. This large
study will collect patient outcomes and saliva samples to determine the genetic variants associated with
rotator cuff tendon disorders. The coordinator will also work on ARC which is a multi-center randomized
clinical trial on operative versus non-operative treatment for rotator cuff tears.
The successful candidate will be a positive, highly motivated, organized person with a passion for
engaging and working with diverse population. High initiative and independence are essential. The
characteristic duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time to match changing needs
and priorities and may include work on other research studies and Clinical Trials.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• Bachelor’s degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Certification is required through Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or Society of Clinical Research Association (SOCRA) as a Certified Clinical Research Professionals (CCRP) or equivalent. Candidates must be eligible to register or take the exam at date of hire and the certification must be completed or passed etc. within six months of date of hire. (Please review eligibility criteria from SoCRA or ACRP)
• Minimum 3 years of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials is necessary. Please review SoCRA’s Definition of a Clinical Research Professional qualifying experience prior to applying.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to multitask
• Ability to work independently, take initiative and adapt to changing priorities
• Outstanding problem-solving skills and resourcefulness
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, responsible, and responsive, with strict adherence to deadlines
• Eagerness to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities
• Driver’s license and reliable transportation; Ability to communicate to different Michigan Medicine Sites.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, public health, social sciences, science or related field
• 6+ years of direct related experience
• Experience working on multi-site studies
• Experience using REDCap
• Knowledge of Michigan Medicine policies and procedures.

Knowledge of all 6competency domains is expected:

• Scientific Concepts and Research Design
• Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
• Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
• Study and Site Management
• Data Management and Informatics
• Communication and Teamwor

Knowledge of all 6competency domains is expected:

• Scientific Concepts and Research Design
• Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
• Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
• Study and Site Management
• Data Management and Informatics

• Communication and Teamwork

  Responsibilities include:

• Maintain Multisite Regulatory documents

• Assisting with identifying, recruiting and enrolling study participants, conducting study assessments and interviews.
• Assist Project Manager in tracking participant and study progress, monitoring active participants, record-keeping, data entry and verification, filing, collection and processing ofbiological materials (e.g., saliva, blood, urine, feces), and other assigned duties.
• Strong attention to detail skills and the ability to prioritize workload efficiently are essential
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to develop rapport with a diverse pool of research participants with various clinical conditions.
• Establishing and Maintaining a Sample Biorepository
• Train and support team members
• Various duties as needed