Research Area Specialist Senior/Intermediate

How to Apply

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 INSPIRE Research Team is seeking a highly motivated Data Manager to join our dynamic clinical research environment. In this role, you will design, build, and maintain data collection tools for several large clinical research studies. Working collaboratively within our team, you will manage project timelines and serve as a key liaison throughout each study's lifecycle from recruitment through to study completion and data analysis. Success in this role requires excellent problem-solving abilities, independence, and the ability to anticipate and mitigate potential obstacles. Strong communication skills, adaptability to refine data collection tools as needed, and keen attention to detail are essential. We emphasize maintaining a supportive work environment, fostering teamwork, and encouraging professional development.

Mission Statement

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.

Responsibilities*

• Build, Design, and Maintain Data Collection Tools: Build, design, and maintain data collection tools for multiple studies concurrently in REDCap and Qualtrics.
• Data Management Planning: Develop and maintain study-specific data management plans, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and data dictionaries.
• Data Quality and Validation: Regularly utilize the tools that you have built to check the quality of the data that has been collected.
• Regulatory and Compliance: Ensure compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), HIPAA, FDA, and institutional data policies.
• Track Participants: Utilize the tools that you have built to regularly track and report out on the status of study participants.
• Support teamwork: Maintain good communication with the research team and be a team player.
• Participate in meetings: Attend team meetings to gain insights into the progress of research projects and to present challenges and solutions.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree
• Advanced proficiency in the utilization of REDCap and Qualtrics for data collection and management
• Experience in preforming data quality checks
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite (Excel, can maintain complex spreadsheets)
• Strong organizational skills, attentive to detail and able to follow protocols
• Demonstrated ability to observe and maintain data confidentiality
• Strong interpersonal skills and flexibility for work in diverse settings and populations
• Highly organized, attentive to detail, reliable and self-directed. Excellent interpersonal skills and verbal/written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and within a team on multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Research Area Specialist Senior: minimum 5 years of related experience

Research Area Specialist Intermediate: minimum 4 years of related experience

Desired Qualifications*

• Master's degree in a healthcare-related field
• Experience working with electronic medical record data
• Experience working in clinical research studies

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.

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Additional Information

The INSPIRE Research Team, based in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology, is dedicated to advancing the understanding of pelvic pain and endometriosis across the lifespan. Our research focuses on risk factors, underlying causes, diagnostic and treatment experiences, and the broader impact of these conditions on daily life and long-term health.

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.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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Research Area Specialist Senior/Intermediate

Research Area Specialist Sr

Ann Arbor Campus

Hybrid
Mobile/Remote

Full-Time

Regular

Exempt

Medical School

MM Obstetrics & Gynecology Dpt

10/30/2025 - 11/20/2025

Research