RESEARCH ASSISTANT I (TEMP)

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.

Job Summary A Research assistant position is open to work with David T. Broome, MD, within the Department of Internal Medicine, Division of Metabolism, Endocrinology & Diabetes, University of Michigan at the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA. Applicants will work with Dr. Broome and his research team on clinical trial recruitment and retention, in addition to data entry and collection.

The research assistant will be involved in clinical trial recruitment for the PREvention of CardIovascular and DiabEtic kidNey Disease in Type 2 Diabetes (PRECIDENTD) clinical trial (ClinicalTrials.gov link: Study Details NCT05390892 PREvention of CardIovascular and DiabEtic kidNey Disease in Type 2 Diabetes ClinicalTrials.gov). The candidate will work with a clinical research coordinator and the Principal Investigator (PI; Dr. Broome), and get the opportunity to learn about, analyze, and perform statistical analyses on a variety of imaging methods including, but not limited to, REDCap, MiChart (University of Michigan’s version of Epic (electronic medical record), and assist with data analysis (using R software, STATA, GraphPad Prism, and/or SAS software), and with drafting/publication of abstracts and manuscripts. The candidate will be expected to be timely, courteous, and proficient with recruitment for clinical trials and to actively meet with our research team during team meetings.

Opportunities for abstract presentation in national meetings and preparation of manuscripts will also be available.

Responsibilities*

• 70%: Reviewing Electronic Medical Records; calling subjects eligible for Clinical Trial Recruitment (participant screening, recruitment, and data collection).
• 20%: Preparing abstracts and/or manuscripts for presentation and publication, respectively.
• 10%: Assisting the Clinical Research Coordinator with Data Entry and/or Analysis.

Required Qualifications*

• Applicants should have a B.S. in a medically related field.
• It is essential that applicants have excellent interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, problem-solving skills, and leadership qualities. Researchers will be encouraged to work in a collaborative group setting.

Desired Qualifications*

While no prior research experience is required, prior research experience is a plus. Previous experience programming in REDCap, MiChart (or Epic), STATA, SAS, R software, and/or GraphPad Prism is highly desired.

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.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 9 am-5 pm, up to 20 hours per week

Work Locations

University of Michigan North Campus Research Complex & Domino’s Farms

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 Reporting 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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.