Clinical Research Specialist, Institute of Gerontology

Clinical Research Specialist, Institute of Gerontology

Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Clinical Research Specialist, Institute of Gerontology at its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Position Purpose:

The Clinical Research Specialist will support research activity specified within a funded grant application, including support of the Consortium for Clarity in Alzheimer's Disease & Related Dementia (ADRD) Research through Imaging (CLARiTI) Return of Results (RoR) Core and its role in implementing return of results procedures across the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center Network, data analysis and reporting, and development of materials to support dissemination of methods and results.

Essential Functions:

Coordinate the Return of Results (RoR) Core of the Consortium for Clarity in Alzheimer's Disease & Related Dementia (ADRD) through Imaging (CLARiTI) with administrative duties, including scheduling and managing Core meetings, creating, and tracking meeting agendas, minutes, and tasks, organizing and hosting consultations with study sites and collaborating with the CLARiTI Executive Committee.

Manage regulatory oversight of CLARiTI RoR Core projects, including supporting RoR investigators in preparation of research progress reports and IRB documentation.

Participate in preparation of scientific publications and presentations related to CLARiTI data.

Provide data analysis, including descriptive analysis, creation of tables summarizing demographics and outcome data, analysis of missing data and regression analysis.

Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in research administration, clinical/healthcare fields, social sciences (e.g., social work, psychology), public health or related field.

Master’s degree preferred.

Experience: Intermediate (3 to 4 years’ job-related experience).

Experience with univariate and multivariate statistics required. Experience with univariate and multivariate statistics required.

Experience in clinical research working with older adults, those with neurodegenerative or those with chronic disease preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Organizational and time management skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks effectively.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Good interpersonal skills for interacting effectively with team members and participants.

Strong oral and written communication skills for participant interaction, communication across disciplines and committees as part of the national study.

Ability to create presentations and articles for both lay and academic/scientific audiences.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (i.e., Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point).

Deep knowledge of statistical software (SPSS, R or equivalent).

Ability to complete CITI (Collaborative Institutional Training Initiative) program training for Human Subject Approval.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree preferred.

School/College/Division:

H09 - Research

Primary Department:

H0915 - Institute of Gerontology

Employment type:

• Regular Employee
• Job type: Full Time
• Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/Salary Information:

• Compensation type: Annual Salary
  
• Salary minimum: $63,763
• Salary hire maximum: $76,519

Working Conditions:

Hybrid position with both in-person and remote work.

Normal work office environment.

Occasional travel is required.

This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply.

Job Openings:

• Number of openings: 1
• Reposted position: No
  

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.