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.

The Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center is seeking a highly motivated clinical research Intermediate for multiple clinical research studies, ranging from moderate to complex investigating the development of and new treatment modalities for food allergies. 

As a clinical research Intermediate for The Mary H. Weiser Food Allergy Center (MHWFAC) we expect this key individual to be involved in a portfolio with a minimum of three simultaneous trials in different subject areas and varied sponsors while contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Coordinator experience and mastery of all job duties from the CRC Intermediate position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder is required.

The successful candidate will be able to perform tasks and make decisions independently, consistently, and accurately, and demonstrate they have achieved a moderate level of expertise in all their skills and abilities resulting in high quality work. It is presumed this individual will apply their skills to a broad range of clinical studies, navigate available resources appropriately, effectively use all tools and job aids at their disposal and operate e-clinical technologies with a reasonable degree of proficiency. This individual will be expected to perform quality checks of their work, will know how to identify appropriate resources and are able to discern when to escalate issues needing additional intervention. 

The characteristic duties and responsibilities of this 100% position (40 hours/week) may evolve over time to match changing needs and priorities and may include work on other research studies and Clinical Trials. This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to Project Manager

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.

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

RESEARCH TASKS (75%) INCLUDE

• Functions as liaison between participants, investigators, sponsors and other interested parties such as members of Research Pharmacy and MCRU
• Performing regulatory activities in collaboration with sponsors, local and central IRB?s, the CTSU and associated entities
• Recruiting potential study subjects, assisting in eligibility determination
• Performing data entry related to participant screening & study visits
• Monitoring and treating subject reactions together with study investigators during food challenges and in-clinic dosing of immunotherapy product.
• Maintenance of accurate source documentation and essential documents
• Tracking and maintaining data and sample collection and resolving data/sample queries
• Collect and record participants study-related data 
• Collect, process, label, store, and ship bio-specimens from participants for clinical studies
• Working with lab staff to ensure biospecimens are handled appropriately and safely
• Assist with adherence to study budgets and financial reconciliation

ADMINISTRATIVE TASKS (25%) INCLUDE

• Managing purchase of supplies, coordinating purchases with research and administrative staff as needed
• Maintaining equipment and software for participant data collection

• Bachelor's degree in health science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience.
• Minimum 3 years 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)
• Certification is required through Association of Clinical Research Professionals (ACRP) as a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) or Society of Clinical Research Association (SOCRA) as a Certified Clinical Research Professionals (CCRP) or equivalent. Candidates must be eligible to register or take the exam at date of hire and the certification must be completed or passed etc. within six months of date of hire. (Please review eligibility criteria from SoCRA or ACRP)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Ability to move equipment up to 25lbs
• Exceptional organizational, interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Comfort dealing with children and adults having a severe allergic reaction, or willingness to learn
• Reliable transportation to travel to multiple work locations

• Medical assistant or certified nursing assistant certification/licensure
• Phlebotomy knowledge and knowledge of lab procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate with staff and faculty of all levels
• An understanding of medical terminology
• Experience working in a complex health care setting
• Experience working with families, ideally with food allergies
• Previous experience with EPIC and electronic data capture systems
• Knowledge of university research policies and procedures

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 is firmly committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging, which are core to the culture and values of the Medical School Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world. We strive to create a work culture where each team member feels respected, valued, and safe. 

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 anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

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