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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.

Job Summary

The Research Area Specialist Intermediate will support 2 federal grants ( Store Safely, a CDC-funded R01 grant, and YST Detroit, a NIMH-funded R34 grant) that aim to implement and evaluate multiple public health approaches to suicide prevention. The Research Area Specialist Intermediate is responsible for the day-to-day operations of each project, ensuring that project deliverables are achieved on time and meet best practice standards. This position is located in Ann Arbor with hybrid options available.

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 savingsResponsibilities*Communicates regularly with PI and Lab Manager. "Holds" project details and sets project priorities in collaboration with PI, Lab Manager, community partners, & sponsor. Maintains strong working relationships and excellent communication with all project partners. Oversees data collection and participant tracking with oversight by PI, Lab Manager, and Data Manager, including developing effective implementation and recruitment strategies. Maintains all required regulatory documents. Works with Pl and Lab Manager to delegate tasks and provide project supervision to RA(s) and undergraduate research staff/volunteers, ensuring a positive learning environment for junior staff. Responsible for quarterly and annual reporting for each project with support from the Pl and Lab Manager.  Opportunities to participate in grant writing and scholarly dissemination projects are available.Required Qualifications*Bachelor's Degree and 4-5 years of experience in a related field (social work, psychology, public health, etc.)Be able to work independently but also within a collaborative team environmentDemonstrate a high level of professionalism, motivation, initiative, and problem-solving abilitiesDemonstrate excellent organizational and time management skills as well as a high level of attention to detailBe able to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlinesPossess good knowledge with standard computer software packages (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google, Adobe)Have excellent communication skills and enjoy working with community partnersDesired Qualifications*

Preferred candidates will have a masters degree and relevant research or public health/program evaluation experience. Experience with data collection software (Qualtrics, REDCap) is preferred.

Work Schedule

This position is full time, Monday-Friday. 

Work Locations

This position is located at Rachel Upjohn Building (Ann arbor, MI) with hybrid options available.

Modes 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.

Additional Information

This is a term-limited, grant-funded regular appointment. Funds are assured through September 2026. At the end of the stated term, if funds are not are not available, 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 Screening

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.

In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.

Application Deadline

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.