University of Michigan · 7 hours ago
Clinical Research Technician
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelThe University of Michigan is a leading healthcare institution that is seeking a skilled Clinical Research Technician to support ongoing research and recruitment at its clinics. This role involves managing participant recruitment, data collection, and community outreach efforts while ensuring compliance with clinical research protocols.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with the lead coordinator on daily study activities and recruitment efforts
Identify potential participants using medical records and inclusion/exclusion criteria
Manage recruitment communication, including letters and phone calls, to reach potential participants
Approach potential participants at events and provide an overview of the study while maintaining sensitivity to the environment and individuals involved
Thoroughly explain the study, review informed consent, answer questions, and follow GCP/IRB regulations to obtain consent
Travel to events and clinics throughout SE Michigan for recruitment purposes
As a retention coordinator, use interpersonal skills and community-focused strategies to enhance participant retention
Complete study data collection forms and prepare related documents, providing translation when necessary
Track and communicate survey and questionnaire completion and participant follow-up
Perform data entry and data cleaning tasks within REDCap
Conduct data quality assurance under supervision
Create reports on the completeness and quality of data under team lead direction
Understand study design and objectives to assist in the implementation of study procedures
Report on recruitment, enrollment, and project progress during team meetings
Assist in preparing tables, charts, graphs and editing manuscripts/presentations
Network with community organizations to aid recruitment and enhance project exposure
Represent the project professionally at community events and coordinate event logistics
Support organization and coordination of community events
Qualification
Required
Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal and written)
Experience with translations from English to Spanish and back Spanish to English
Bachelor's degree
Experience required in working with community engagement and advisory boards
Experience required organizing clinic visits and engagement and dissemination activities
Research or clinical care experience required, including vital signs and bio-specimen handling
Required flexibility for evening or weekend hours for events, meetings both onsite and offsite, or for project deadline
Expert in REDCap and data management principles
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work with minimal supervision
Demonstrated empathy and cultural sensitivity in community interactions
Flexibility and adaptability in strategy application
Ability to advocate for community needs within the research framework
Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout Michigan
High attention to detail
Preferred
Prior health-related research experience
Certified Nursing Assistant with CPR/First Aid experience
Experience with qualitative and/or survey research
Benefits
Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
2:1 Match on retirement savings
Company
University of Michigan
The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving, and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.
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