DUA & Research Data Resources Coordinator

Job Summary

The Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation (IHPI) is one of the nation's largest university-based institutes of health services researchers and health policy experts. IHPI advances the work of its 800+ faculty members by creating a welcoming and supportive research community, offering networking, educational programs, data and analysis access, grant development services, and robust communications and policy engagement support. The Data & Methods Hub is dedicated to providing data sets, methodological support, and assistance with data use agreements to foster a vigorous research community.

IHPI’s Data & Methods Hub is seeking a full‑time DUA & Research Data Resources Coordinator to manage data use agreement (DUA) maintenance, permissions management, and data resource onboarding. This role ensures IHPI researchers have timely, compliant access to CMS and other restricted datasets. The position is located at the North Campus Research Complex and offers hybrid or remote work options.

• Track expiration dates, renewal windows, and amendment requirements for active DUAs.
• Coordinate with researchers, department administrators, and the DUA team to prepare and submit renewal and amendment packages.
• Maintain organized, up‑to‑date records of all DUA documentation, approvals, and correspondence.
• Monitor security policy updates and communicate relevant changes to affected research teams.
• Ensure compliance with data security, storage, and destruction requirements outlined in active DUAs.

• Maintain and update internal documentation for IHPI‑managed data resources (e.g., access guides, data dictionaries, onboarding materials).
• Process and track researcher data access requests; coordinate approvals with data custodians and IRB as needed.
• Manage user access rosters and permission changes across data platforms.
• Assist with periodic audits of active data access to ensure ongoing compliance.

• Guide new researchers through the data access request and onboarding process.
• Prepare orientation materials and walkthroughs for commonly used data resources.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for researcher questions related to data availability, access requirements, and DUA obligations.

• Liaise with UM central offices (e.g., Office of Research, Advanced Research Computing, Health Information Technology and Services, Institutional Review Board) on data governance matters.
• Contribute to special projects related to IHPI data infrastructure as needed.

• Bachelor's degree or higher.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace tools – Sheets, Docs, etc.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, work ethic, and a service‑oriented attitude.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

• Intermediate: A bachelor’s degree is required. 4–5 years of experience in a related field.
• Associate: A bachelor’s degree is required. 1–3 years of experience in a related field.

• Experience with research data governance, IRB processes, or data use agreements.
• Familiarity with CMS data resources (e.g., Medicare fee‑for‑service, Medicaid TAF, Master Beneficiary Summary Files, Limited Datasets).
• Experience with University of Michigan research proposal management systems (e.g., eRPM and eResearch).
• Interest or experience in health services research and basic study design for health services research.

This position is located at the North Campus Research Complex; applicants may choose a hybrid or remote work schedule.

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

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.