Clinical Research Technician

The Section of Thoracic Surgery is one of seven sections within the Department of Surgery at the University of Michigan Medical School. The Section of Thoracic Surgery is dedicated to setting the standard for teamwork, compassion, education, and innovation as we achieve outstanding outcomes for patients, and create a legacy of excellence in the field through advanced medical training. The Section of Thoracic Surgery is seeking a highly qualified candidate to support the research work of the Thoracic Surgery faculty. The ideal candidate must exercise initiative, judgment, and discretion and be able to prioritize work and make decisions independently. The ability to work as part of a team is essential to the success of a person in this position.

• Telephone activity includes contacting potentially eligible study participant to inquire about interest in participating in research studies. In addition to screening and confirming eligibility, this role will also contact enrolled patients and conduct follow-up screening and interviews.
• Conducting virtual consenting of study participants. This role will use SignNow to push consent documents to participants who have agreed to receive the consent document for review and to obtain signature of patients who agree to consent to a study. This role will also be responsible to image signed consent documents into the participant's medical record.
• Send baseline PROMIS surveys to outcomes research participants.
• Assist study coordinator in tracking participants and study progress. Maintain detailed record-keeping, data entry, and verification of study data. Collection and processing of biological materials (surgical tissue, blood, saliva, lung washings).
• Screen, recruit and consent eligible study participants who are present in clinic for thoracic surgery clinical consultations.
• Assist Project Manager with regulatory activities
• Experience as part of a team with all 8 competency domains is expected:
  • Scientific Concepts and Research Design
  • Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
  • Investigational Products Development and Regulation
  • Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
  • Study and Site Management
  • Data Management and Informatics
  • Leadership and Professionalism
  • Communication and Teamwork

Associate degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.

Minimum 1 year of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials is necessary. (Please review SoCRA?s Definition of a Clinical Research Professional for qualifying experience prior to applying.)

or

An advanced degree in a health-related areas such as: Health Sciences, Behavioral Sciences, Public Health, Health Care Administration, Clinical Research Administration, Social Work, Psychology, Epidemiology, Foreign MD.

or

Minimum 3 years of human subject experience (clinical, lab or health regulations) such as related patient care, related community health and wellness, related clinical information, and research.

Bachelor?s degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is desirable.

An understanding of medical terminology, experience in a large complex health care setting, ability to effectively communicate with staff and faculty of all levels, and knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable.?