A highly productive team in the Department of Internal Medicine ? Division of General Medicine is seeking a temporary Research Associate II to join an innovative and growing research group that includes physicians, neuropsychologists, biostatisticians, and health services researchers. This position offers a flexible schedule with options for hybrid or fully remote work. Our office is located at the North Campus Research Complex (NCRC). The selected candidate will collaborate closely with the project management team to support the success of high-impact research initiatives.

This position is affiliated with the Cognitive Health Services Research Program (COG-HSR) within the Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation (IHPI). The program spans a large network of collaborators engaged in cutting-edge health services research aimed at informing healthcare policies, guiding clinical decision-making, and improving the lives of individuals with cognitive impairment and dementia. The Research Associate II will support faculty and project managers in grant preparation, conducting research projects, and coordinating program activities. The role will provide direct involvement with two primary NIH-sponsored projects, offering opportunities to broaden project management expertise and contribute to high-profile research. Additional program information can be found here.

• Design and implement major research projects, including formulating research methods and suggesting quality improvements
• Assist in the development of research proposals and grant applications
• Identify potential challenges in research execution and recommend or implement solutions
• Select and supervise research staff, assigning tasks and monitoring progress
• Coordinate research study operations, including study approvals, recruitment, consent, participant retention, and data collection (both in-person and virtual)
• Oversee experimental test procedures and data quality control
• Perform responsible administrative work, including supervision of staff and management of large, complex projects
• Schedule, attend, and document research team meetings
• Manage grant administration, including funding acquisition, timeline preparation, budget management, and data use agreements
• Prepare and submit IRB applications, amendments, annual reviews, and progress reports
• Maintain accurate and detailed study records, including tracking participants and study materials
• Conduct systematic reviews and evidence syntheses of medical literature to support manuscript and grant development
• Assist with preparation of posters, slides, and other presentation materials

II Level: Masters degree in a related field from an accredited college or university, with extensive experience in research or related fields

I Level: Bachelors degree in a related field; a Masters degree is preferred; some experience in research or technical fields

• Strong knowledge of research principles and practices
• Excellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and a strong work ethic
• Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse team members
• Effective and professional verbal and written communication skills for both scientific and non-scientific audiences
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines
• Proficiency in PC applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

II Level: Doctoral degree in Public Health or a related field (e.g., Social Sciences)

I Level: Masters degree in Public Health or a related field (e.g., Social Sciences); supervisory and/or financial management experience preferred

• Knowledge of clinical study design and experience in clinical trial operations, including recruitment and reporting
• Experience coordinating human subjects research studies
• Experience with qualitative and quantitative data analysis
• Experience writing, submitting, and managing grants to extramural funders (e.g., NIH, AHRQ)
• Proficiency with data management applications (e.g., REDCap, Qualtrics, Google Forms)
• Experience with project management software (e.g., Asana)
• Familiarity with citation management tools (e.g., EndNote, Paperpile)
• Experience conducting systematic reviews and meta-analyses
• Experience working with multidisciplinary and multicultural research teams
• Prior authorship or co-authorship of peer-reviewed publications

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.

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

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.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.