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 should be emailed to Dr. Angela Fong (angfong@umich.edu) with the subject line "Clinical Research Coordinator Inquiry".

The Exercise and Health Behavior in Oncology Lab (Principal Investigator: Dr. Angela Fong, PhD) in the School of Kinesiology is seeking a full-time Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) to join the team. The CRC will provide administrative overview and study coordination of physical activity research with historically marginalized women diagnosed with cancer. The CRC responsibilities may involve interface with study participants, administrative and regulatory oversight for research projects including, however, not limited to monitoring the progress of the studies, ensuring research protocol and regulatory compliance, and producing study reports. The successful candidate will be reliable, conscientious, organized, and able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Essential Functions are noted with an "EF"

• Research coordination tasks (25%)
  • Identify research participants (e.g., Emerse, DataDirect, and MiChart/Epic), determine eligibility, consent eligible participants, and schedule assessments. (EF)
  • Develop and maintain project databases and participant tracking spreadsheets using REDCap, Excel, OnCore, and Velos. (EF)
  • Regulatory management of research (e.g., IRB applications, eResearch), monitor study progress, and producing regular study reports including NIH progress reports. (EF)
• Research administration tasks (25%)
  • Prepare materials including study surveys (e.g., REDCap and Qualtrics), patient-facing materials, and meeting agendas. (EF)
  • Administer data collection instruments online, in person, or via phone. (EF)
• General administration tasks (50%)
  • Coordinates interactions with collaborating research institutions, investigators, vendors, and support staff. (EF)
  • Managing the training of undergraduate personnel. (EF)
  • Grant, abstract, and manuscript preparation support such as conducting literature reviews, managing references, and manuscript submission coordination.
  • Assist with data analysis and management as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in health science or a related field(e.g., kinesiology, public health, epidemiology, behavioral science, exercise or health science, health education and health promotion, medicine, psychology) or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• A minimum of 2 years of related research coordination or equivalent experience is required.
• Must be able to demonstrate proven organizational, coordination and problem-solving skills, with high attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative, yet seek supervision, as appropriate.
• Formal training or experience in database creation and management or research methods and statistics.
• Ability to remain stationary at a computer for up to 4 hours to collect, process, or review data.
• Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a positive workplace culture aligned with the school's core values.

Preferred Qualifications

• A master's degree in health science or related field with at least 1 year of related research experience.
• Prior experience with cancer research preferred or prior research coordination responsibilities in academic medical settings.
• Prior experience working with minority or historically marginalized individuals and communities.
• Familiarity with or ability to quickly learn University of Michigan research-related organizational structure, policies, and procedures.

The position is available immediately and is term-limited, funded for 18 months; the initial appointment may be extended depending on performance and availability of research funds. The salary range is $45,000 to $55,000, commensurate with education and experience. You are encouraged to discuss salary questions to honor understanding and transparency throughout the recruiting process. This is an onsite position, with the potential to transition to hybrid/remote work after initial familiarization with lab procedures, space, and equipment. Candidates interested in hybrid/remote work should indicate this to the hiring manager during the recruiting process.