MADC Research Area Specialist Assoc

at  University of Michigan

HOW TO APPLY

A cover letter is required for consideration of 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. Please label your job application file as follows: last name, first name.

JOB SUMMARY

The Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center is an NIH-funded research center focused on conducting and supporting Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia research. A key aim of the center’s research is to work with underrepresented communities to address racial and ethnic disparities in Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The center also spans beyond research by promoting state-of-the-art care and wellness for individuals and families affected by dementia and increasing dementia awareness through education and outreach across the state.
The Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center (MADC) is seeking a full time MADC Research Area Specialist to join its research team. Location is at the Michigan Alzheimer’s Disease Center in Ann Arbor and the Michigan Clinical Research Unit (MCRU) at Michigan Medicine. Hours are Monday ? Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
We are seeking an experienced, positive, highly motivated, organized person with excellent multi-tasking ability and record-keeping skills to work with principal investigators and other research team members to accurately and efficiently carry out a range of tasks associated with a variety of research studies. The candidate will be expected to work closely with faculty and staff and be able to administer standardized and computer-based cognitive, behavioral, and motor assessments to research participants and score neuropsychological examinations. The candidate will be able to operate in a semi-independent manner to assist in clinical research and related projects. The characteristic duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time to match changing needs and priorities.
To be considered for this position, the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications before the start date of employment.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• Bachelor’s degree in a health science discipline
• At least 1 year of research experience interacting with research participants
• Valid driver’s license
• Computer proficiency (i.e., Microsoft Office Suite)
• Confident and highly motivated with excellent multi-tasking ability and record-keeping skills
• Outstanding organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Professional demeanor and excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work with diverse teams of people in a diplomatic, collaborative and effective manner
• Ability to problem-solve and establish timelines and priorities

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• Experience working with older adults with/without memory loss
• Research experience with investigator-initiated and federal sponsored trials
• Experience with electronic data entry in REDCap or another platform
• Demonstrated understanding of Good Clinical Practice and HIPAA
• A working knowledge of medical terminology and assessment of laboratory values
• PEERRS or CITI Program certified
• Knowledge of Michigan Medicine policies and procedures

• Administer paper/pencil and computerized neuropsychological examinations and surveys to research participants at the MADC and at the Michigan Clinical Research Unit (MCRU) for supported clinical trials of the MADC
• Score neuropsychological evaluations
• Document all relevant data used in multiple research studies
• Enter electronic data into a secure electronic data capture system database
• Ensure all study-related documentation is completed accurately
• Work collaboratively with MADC, Neurology, and Neuropsychology clinical trials teams
• Perform general office and administrative duties as assigned
• Other duties as assigned