How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for 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.

Job Summary

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology is looking for an experienced Research Program Coordinator to join our rapidly expanding research team. The successful candidate will be crucial in providing support for clinical research studies and the daily management of multiple research initiatives focused on improving the health of pregnant individuals, women, transgender, and nonbinary people both in the United States and globally. The ideal candidate will assist with logistical and operational tasks and will engage with several principal investigators, collaborators, and study participants locally and internationally. The Research Program Coordinator will ensure that research is conducted in accordance with the University of Michigan's guidelines for good clinical practice. This position requires a flexible schedule, including some evening availability. This is primarily a remote position and requires some onsite attendance for events and meetings up to quarterly.

Examples of project specific tasks include:

Assist with the development and testing of a peer support intervention to improve mental health outcomes in transgender and nonbinary people; studies on impacts of legislation on health of TGNB people in the U.S.; hormonal regimens for gender affirmation; and pregnancy outcomes in TGNB people.
Assist with the development and testing of a patient-performed home blood pressure monitoring intervention among pregnant patients in Ghana (West Africa), and the adaptation and evaluation of a smartphone app to enhance home blood pressure monitoring in Ghana.
This role requires a willingness to tackle challenges involved in global research, including navigating international IRBs (with PI support), coordinating meetings across time zones, assisting with subcontracts with international institutions, and managing international budget reimbursements. Of note, no global travel is expected in this role, however, could be considered based on interest of the research coordinator and project needs.
Respectful communication with team members and participants from different countries and cultures, and comfort with LGBTQ+ populations are essential.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

Study Activities

Develops, designs and conducts multiple large and complex research projects
Assist with writing detailed research protocols that make use of qualitative and quantitative methods
Developing standard operation procedures and manual of operations for studies
Oversee the implementation and operations of research protocols for multiple studies
Maintain a detailed knowledge of all assigned protocols and reporting requirements; adhere to all protocol requirements to ensure the validity of clinical research data
Participate in the development, testing, and evaluation of manuals, questionnaires, and data collection instruments, for the efficient collection of data
Coordinate with study teams locally and at other institutions, within and outside the United States, to stay up to date on study protocols and other relevant research tasks
Recruit research participants; verify patient eligibility for studies; consent participants; interview patients; collect patient specimens and other patient data from a variety of sources
Actively retain participants; maintain contact with participants; schedule follow-up visits
Assist with database creation; enter data into the database(s); assist in implementing data validation and a data management
Maintain research files
Track study progress and create reports noting progress
Communicate with industry and federal sponsors
Perform other duties as assigned

Administrative

Ensure project grant objectives are completed according to project timelines.
Draft letters of support for grants, faculty/resident/fellowship activities
Plan, schedule, and provide support for to research meetings, events, and gatherings
Create meeting resources(research summaries, identify funding opportunities, develop statistical comparisons, develop and maintain agendas, and generate and distribute meeting minutes.
Will develop line item budgets for project activities and grants.
Develop and maintain project website.
Coordinate efforts and help streamline workflow across the study team.
Conduct data verification, analysis, and assist with interpretation of research results
First contact for external collaborators and data
Triage complex data concerns appropriately
Routinely monitors integrity, quality, and security of data collection for multiple research databases.
Resolve data quality queries.
Communicate consistently with team members, supervisors, and colleagues, providing input on project goals, objectives, and operations.
Acts as a liaison or point of contact between investigators, research teams, sponsors, other universities, cooperative groups, other internal and external departments to get questions answered and issues resolved
Assist with human resource activities participating in the interviewing and training of new research staff on study protocols, procedures, and reporting
Assist in carrying out the vision and mission of the study teams and discovering new paths for research.
Assists in acquiring research funding including writing grant proposals
Various duties as needed

Regulatory

Develop IRB electronic applications and study documents (including but not limited to protocols, consent forms, recruitment documents, HIPAA forms) and prepare IRB communications
Evaluate and prepare Adverse Event reports and other regulatory documents
Monitor and comply with IRB reporting deadlines
Coordinate with the Research Compliance Specialist (RCS) to ensure data sharing is appropriate and data use agreements are in place.
Ensure compliance with federal and institutional guidelines
Prepare and assist with any documentation preparation, organization and any regulatory need for institutional and external monitoring visits both at UofM and globally
Work with staff and participating site to ensure adhering to local IRB and regulatory requirements
Assist with ClinicalTrials.gov submission and update
Various regulatory duties as needed

Dissemination

Develop patient and provider-facing materials
Assist with preparation of results, literature searches, development of conference abstracts and manuscript, submitting conference abstracts and manuscripts for publication, editing manuscript resubmissions
Take data and create mechanisms to disseminate data (twitter management, visual abstracts, online marketing material)
Assist with presentations at local and national conferences and present as needed

Required Qualifications*

Flexible work schedule
Primary activities are performed independently and decisions are made free from immediate direction.
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to receive and convey information clearly and concisely for various mediums.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively with diverse groups
A high degree of initiative and resourcefulness
Demonstrated problem solving, conflict resolution, analytical, and critical thinking skills
Demonstrated ability to work well under time constraints and meet deadlines
Ability to serve diverse populations, including individuals from marginalized communities
In depth knowledge and previous experience submitting IRB applications
Demonstrated coordination, time management and communication skills
Ability to multi-task and coordinate several projects
Ability to manage multiple and competing priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrate strong, positive interpersonal skills
Ability to both work independently and as a successful team member
Solid knowledge of research principles, and commitment to responsible conduct of research and ethics.
Must possess a strong organizational skill set with an emphasis on attention to detail and accuracy.
Proficient in the use of computers, including software applications (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite), databases, spreadsheets, and word processing
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Ability to communicate effectively across disciplines and within a variety of cultures
Must be inclusive and respectful of all gender identities

Senior:

Master's degree, specific professional/Doctorate degree preferred, or equivalent combination of related education and experience
5 to 6 years of related experience.
Supervisory and financial management experience required

Intermediate Underfill:

Master's degree or equivalent combination of related education and experience
4 to 5 years of related experience
Supervisory and financial management experience preferred

Desired Qualifications*

Demonstrated ability to train and supervise Research Assistants, students and staff associated with study team.
Knowledge or experience working with transgender and nonbinary people
Previous experience in women's health and/or field of obstetrics
Applicants with knowledge of SAS, Stata, or other statistical software and/or REDCap preferred
Experience with Canva and/or other software for developing public-facing materials preferred
Experience with academic research enterprises, including externally sponsored research, research administration, and funding sources.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.