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.? 

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems.  In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

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.

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.

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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.