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Job Summary

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.

Responsibilities*Design and implement major research projects, including formulating research methods and suggesting quality improvementsAssist in the development of research proposals and grant applicationsIdentify potential challenges in research execution and recommend or implement solutionsSelect and supervise research staff, assigning tasks and monitoring progressCoordinate 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 controlPerform responsible administrative work, including supervision of staff and management of large, complex projectsSchedule, attend, and document research team meetingsManage grant administration, including funding acquisition, timeline preparation, budget management, and data use agreementsPrepare and submit IRB applications, amendments, annual reviews, and progress reportsMaintain accurate and detailed study records, including tracking participants and study materialsConduct systematic reviews and evidence syntheses of medical literature to support manuscript and grant developmentAssist with preparation of posters, slides, and other presentation materialsRequired Qualifications*

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 practicesExcellent organizational skills with meticulous attention to detailOutstanding interpersonal skills and a strong work ethicProven ability to work collaboratively with diverse team membersEffective and professional verbal and written communication skills for both scientific and non-scientific audiencesAbility to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlinesProficiency in PC applications, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPointDesired Qualifications*

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 reportingExperience coordinating human subjects research studiesExperience with qualitative and quantitative data analysisExperience 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-analysesExperience working with multidisciplinary and multicultural research teamsPrior authorship or co-authorship of peer-reviewed publicationsModes 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

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The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.