"Clinical Research Coordinator"

To apply for this job please upload (combined into ONE PDF) a CV/resume, cover letter, and the names/contact information for 3 professional references. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline the skills and experience that directly relate to this position. All inquiries about the position can be sent to Dr. Deanna Gates (gatesd@umich.edu) or Dr. David Lipps (dlipps@umich.edu).

The laboratories of Dr. Deanna Gates and Dr. David Lipps in the School of Kinesiology at the University of Michigan seek to hire a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator to work on externally funded projects. These labs use quantitative and qualitative methods to assess movements in individuals with amputation and those with breast cancer. The successful candidate will be reliable, conscientious, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision. This person will also possess excellent interpersonal and leadership skills and demonstrate cultural competence and a commitment to working with individuals with impairments.

Essential Functions are noted with an "EF"

Research tasks (50%) include:

• Conducting biomechanics research under the direction of the PIs (EF)
• Overseeing data processing and clinical data management in software such as RedCap and Qualtrics (EF)
• Managing the training of undergraduate research assistants
• Assisting in data analysis
• Supporting collaborations with outside researchers

Administrative tasks (50%) include:

• Acting as study coordinator for active projects, including identifying participants, determining eligibility, consenting, and scheduling (EF)
• Preparing study materials, including recruitment materials and online surveys, for data collection (EF)
• Assisting with IRB applications, including IRB maintenance tasks (e.g, continuing reviews, data and safety monitoring submissions) (EF)
• Managing purchasing of lab supplies, coordinating purchases with research administrator and other administrative staff as needed (EF)
• Managing maintenance of lab equipment, coordinating with support staff as needed to fix equipment issues

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Kinesiology, Biomedical or Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 1+ years of experience with clinical data management
• Excellent organizational skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Knowledge of basic MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) applications
• Ability to remain stationary at a computer for up to 4 hours at a time to collect, process, or review data.
• Ability to move laboratory equipment up to 20lbs
• Proven success with contributing to a positive workplace culture, and ability to consistently demonstrate our school's Core Values

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Kinesiology, Biomedical or Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 1+ year of experience in a research lab setting
• Experience with writing and maintaining IRB protocols and conducting human subjects research
• Experience with coding and data processing with Matlab, R, or similar programming language and motion capture software packages
• Experience with electronic medical record systems (Epic)

This is a term-limited appointment, funded for 1 year; the initial appointment may be extended depending on the availability of research funds and successful performance. The salary range for this position is $45,000 - $50,000, commensurate with education and experience, and eligibility to participate in the school's 2026 merit program. An offer may be extended outside the general salary range shared in this posting based on equity, experience, knowledge, and skills for this role. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process.

This is a full-time position with work taking place on-site at the School of Kinesiology, 830 N. University, Ann Arbor, MI.