Job Description

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 Michigan Institute for Clinical & Health Research (MICHR) is the home of the University of Michigan's Clinical and Translational Science Award from the National Institutes of Health. MICHR is part of a national, collaborative consortium that is focused on bringing more treatments to all patients more quickly by advancing clinical and translational science (CTS). The field of CTS aims to build an evidence base of scientific and operational approaches that improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and impact of translational research across a range of diseases and conditions. MICHR has the unique charge of examining the translational research ecosystem at a systems level to determine where common pitfalls exist; developing novel solutions to these challenges; demonstrating their effectiveness; and disseminating improvements widely. MICHR is a dynamic organization that serves as a hub of innovation and experimentation to advance research in the science of translation and accelerate the realization of interventions that improve human health.

The Research Compliance Specialist Senior role is located within the MICHR IND/IDE Investigator Assistance Program (MIAP), and was established to provide comprehensive regulatory support, guidance, and education services to faculty investigators involved in US FDA regulated clinical research at UM. MIAP's primary focus is to offer regulatory assistance to sponsor-investigators of a new drug, biologic or medical device to ensure clinical research excellence and regulatory compliance, as set forth by the UM and the FDA.

Note: This position is hybrid, with occasional travel to Ann Arbor, MI required. Remote work options will also be considered.

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*

80% Regulatory Project Management: 

15% Education and Consultations:

5% Medical Writing and Editing: 

Required Qualifications*

Desired Qualifications*

Work Schedule

Day Shift 

Work Locations

North Campus Research Complex, Ann Arbor, MI 

Note: this position is hybrid, with occasional travel to Ann Arbor, MI required. 

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

MICHR is firmly committed to advancing Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Accessibility, and belonging which are core values at the Office of Research.   Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce, as it reflects our commitments to serve the diverse people of Michigan.  We strive to create a work culture where every team member feels respected, valued, and safe.

Under FLSA, this is the exempt job classification for this title. Incumbents in this position must meet the full criteria for exempt status: salary level, salary basis, and duties tests.

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.

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/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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