Research Technician Associate (Term-Limited)
How to ApplyA 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.
Mission StatementMichigan 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.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?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 Responsibilities A Research Technician Associate position is available at the University of Michigan Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Department.
The successful candidate will be expected to work under the supervision of the laboratory?s faculty members and in conjunction with the research area specialist.
Responsibilities include:
Provides routine to moderately complex technical support for a research facility.
Collects, analyzes, and processes research data.
Performs a variety of tests, using both routine and special techniques and methods.
Assists in report writing.
Sets up equipment and materials for course instruction.
Performs routine library work, including finding literature and copying articles.
Assist with recruitment of 230 participants (230 mothers and their infants) Calling, emailing, and responding to interested participants, keeping track of an excel spreadsheet and list of individuals contacted Setting up REDCap (online survey tool) to collect data from families Driving to participant homes and interacting with new mothers and babies, should be comfortable with interacting with parents and infants Explaining the IRB consent forms and process to participants Conducting the research protocol the same way each time using a script, and gathering data (videotaping participants while engaging with the research protocol) Providing compensation for participants and turning in forms to the office for compensation Providing instructions to participants on how to collect data with their phone Monitoring the server to make sure the data collected on the phone are accurate Weekly meetings with the study team to bring up any concerns, progress, and talk about next steps Required Qualifications High school diploma or Associate's degree and 1 year of experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical, as well as the ability to collaborate with others and follow standard research procedures.
Candidate should be comfortable with and capable of working both independently and in a small team and have a flexible work schedule to accommodate research participants.
Desired Qualifications BA or BS degree in related disciplines such as psychology Prior experience with REDCap databases is preferred.
Prior experience working with children, families, and vulnerable populations is preferred.
Prior experience with in-person home visits or in-person interactions with families and children is preferred.
Additional InformationThis is a 2-year term-limited appointment with the potential for extension based on grant funding and performance.
At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits.
This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.
Background ScreeningMichigan 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.
Application DeadlineJob 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.
Vaccine RequirementsCOVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas:
Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A.
Rackham Institute.
This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.
More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.
U-M EEO/AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job DetailJob Opening ID 237375Working Title Research Technician Associate (Term-Limited)Job Title Research Technician AssociateWork Location Ann Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIFull/Part Time Full-TimeRegular/Temporary RegularFLSA Status NonexemptOrganizational Group Medical SchoolDepartment MM Pediatrics-Developmental BePosting Begin/End Date 7/25/2023 - 8/08/2023Career InterestResearch Recommended Skills Communication Databases Home Care Medicine Microsoft Excel Pediatrics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.
Mission StatementMichigan 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.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?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 Responsibilities A Research Technician Associate position is available at the University of Michigan Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics Department.
The successful candidate will be expected to work under the supervision of the laboratory?s faculty members and in conjunction with the research area specialist.
Responsibilities include:
Provides routine to moderately complex technical support for a research facility.
Collects, analyzes, and processes research data.
Performs a variety of tests, using both routine and special techniques and methods.
Assists in report writing.
Sets up equipment and materials for course instruction.
Performs routine library work, including finding literature and copying articles.
Assist with recruitment of 230 participants (230 mothers and their infants) Calling, emailing, and responding to interested participants, keeping track of an excel spreadsheet and list of individuals contacted Setting up REDCap (online survey tool) to collect data from families Driving to participant homes and interacting with new mothers and babies, should be comfortable with interacting with parents and infants Explaining the IRB consent forms and process to participants Conducting the research protocol the same way each time using a script, and gathering data (videotaping participants while engaging with the research protocol) Providing compensation for participants and turning in forms to the office for compensation Providing instructions to participants on how to collect data with their phone Monitoring the server to make sure the data collected on the phone are accurate Weekly meetings with the study team to bring up any concerns, progress, and talk about next steps Required Qualifications High school diploma or Associate's degree and 1 year of experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are critical, as well as the ability to collaborate with others and follow standard research procedures.
Candidate should be comfortable with and capable of working both independently and in a small team and have a flexible work schedule to accommodate research participants.
Desired Qualifications BA or BS degree in related disciplines such as psychology Prior experience with REDCap databases is preferred.
Prior experience working with children, families, and vulnerable populations is preferred.
Prior experience with in-person home visits or in-person interactions with families and children is preferred.
Additional InformationThis is a 2-year term-limited appointment with the potential for extension based on grant funding and performance.
At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits.
This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.
Background ScreeningMichigan 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.
Application DeadlineJob 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.
Vaccine RequirementsCOVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas:
Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A.
Rackham Institute.
This includes those working remotely and temporary workers.
More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.
U-M EEO/AA StatementThe University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job DetailJob Opening ID 237375Working Title Research Technician Associate (Term-Limited)Job Title Research Technician AssociateWork Location Ann Arbor CampusAnn Arbor, MIFull/Part Time Full-TimeRegular/Temporary RegularFLSA Status NonexemptOrganizational Group Medical SchoolDepartment MM Pediatrics-Developmental BePosting Begin/End Date 7/25/2023 - 8/08/2023Career InterestResearch Recommended Skills Communication Databases Home Care Medicine Microsoft Excel Pediatrics Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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