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Research Assistant I
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Job ID 73672
Job Funding Source Non-Work-Study
Employer Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Department of
Category Professional/Administrative
Job Description

Professor in U-M Department of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Psychology is seeking an undergraduate student interested in a career in medicine or the healthcare professions to assist with research projects for our NIDILRR-funded Michigan Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems (MI-SCIMS) project and other initiatives focused on disability health and wellness. The specific projects involve collection of data from inpatients and outpatients with traumatic Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) at an off-campus U-M site and Chelsea Hospital.

The person in this position will assist with engaging, recruiting and collecting data from individuals with SCI and extracting information from the electronic healthcare system. They will be expected to travel to Chelsea Hospital to collect data at a time convenient for inpatients possibly including evenings and weekends – and to attend inpatient rehabilitation rounds or team meetings.  They will enter data into REDCap and other online data systems and participate in required training sessions.

This position will provide the student with insight into the experiences of individuals living with spinal cord injury, including their time in the inpatient unit and their journey through the aging process. The student can also participate in the operations of an established research team that focuses on disability health and wellness.  Depending on availability and motivation, student(s) may have the opportunity to author specific outputs, possibly to include peer-reviewed manuscripts.

The responsibilities of this position include:

·      Engage and enroll (via phone and in-person) participants into the MI-SCIMS and other collaborative modules

·      Collect data from inpatients and outpatients with traumatic Spinal Cord Injury

·      Create and send Qualtrics and REDCap surveys to collect data from diverse stakeholders to develop and coordinate activities/events.

·      Attend and participate in regular team meetings to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and project tracking.

·      Tailor information and outputs for various stakeholders

·      Assist with other research and knowledge translation activities as requested

This position offers prospective career development opportunities as well as exposure to research activities and will involve clinical experiences.

Educational Value

This position will offer the student insight into the operations of an established research team that focuses on disability health and wellness. This position will engage an undergraduate student in clinical research and support the Spinal Cord Injury Model Systems and other research projects. This position offers prospective career development opportunities as well as exposure to research activities, disability advocacy and involve clinical experiences.
Job Requirements

A successful candidate will be motivated and possess exceptional organizational and communication skills. Standard computer skills are required and familiarity with Qualtrics and REDCap is a plus. Education and/or knowledge in social research, disability and healthcare are desired.

Please include your availability in your required cover letter which outlines reasons for interest and related experiences along with a resume or CV. Expected availability of this candidate begins August 2025.  

NOTE: Reliable transportation is necessary. The student will be expected to commute to an off-campus location near Briarwood Mall on a regular basis in addition to driving to the Chelsea Hospital as needed.
Hourly Rate $17.00/hour to $20.00/hour
Hours 5.0 to 10.0 hours per week
Time Frame Fall/Winter/Spring/Summer
Start Date Friday, August 1, 2025
End Date Monday, August 31, 2026
Primary Contact India Foy
Primary Contact's Email infoy@med.umich.edu
Supervisor N/A
Work Location The student will be expected to commute to an off-campus location near Briarwood Mall on a regular basis in addition to driving to the Chelsea Hospital as needed.
Phone N/A
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