Research Area Specialist Inter; Associate underfill

Position: Research Area Specialist Inter (Associate underfill)

Job Summary

The Michigan Kidney Translational Research Center (MiKTMC) is a globally recognized leader in kidney disease research. Our diverse, multidisciplinary team spans five continents and is united by a mission to develop innovative therapies that improve patient well‑being.
Join us to collaborate with a worldwide network of researchers, contribute to high‑impact studies, and advance translational science at an institution that supports excellence in research, education, and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate NEPTUNE ancillary studies, ensuring compliance with consortium and NIH requirements; provide regular reporting to co‑chairs and consortium members.
• Define and implement review processes for ancillary study proposals; continuously improve communications, review procedures, and policy amendments.
• Serve as point of contact for Ancillary Investigators, facilitating proposal development, tran
  
  SMART training, and review comments.
• Coordinate data handling with C  and other collaborators; secure data returns and documentation.
• Maintain ASC roster, facilitate ASC meetings, and coordinate training for new ASP members.
• Collaborate with Business Development to represent project scope and publication requirements with industry partners.

Administrative Support

• Assist study teams with SOP updates, case report form development, report generation, and protocol modifications.
• Act as liaison for Recruitment & Retention Committees; schedule, develop content, and distribute materials across sites.
• Manage site shipping logistics and troubleshoot errors.

Publication and Website Oversight

• Oversee publication processes; track manuscript status and communicate requirements to collaborators.
• Maintain NEPTUNE website accuracy; update documents and ensure dynamic eligibility tools are current.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to cultivate relationships with faculty, staff, and stakeholders across organizations.
• Excellent judgment, multitasking, and flexible, professional work style.
• Independent, self‑directed performance with minimal supervision.
• Detail‑oriented, collaborative team player with strong training and supervision experience.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in social science, statistics, public health, organizational behavior, or related field (required).
• Minimum 4+ years of related experience (intermediate level). 1–3 years (associate level). 5+ years (desired).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective first day.
• 2:1 match on retirement savings.

Work Arrangements

Full‑time onsite or hybrid (minimum 4 days onsite). Occasional travel. hybrid mode at department discretion.

EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre‑employment drug testing on candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Screening complies with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Final date to receive applications

Open until posting period end; selected candidates notified promptly. Position may be filled before deadline.

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