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Michigan's clinical research sector is anchored by major health systems and research universities, including the University of Michigan Health System in Ann Arbor, Henry Ford Health in Detroit, and Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids. Employers in this field regularly sponsor H-1B and J-1 visas for qualified international candidates in clinical research coordinator, associate, and scientist roles.
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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.
Job Summary
This clinical research coordinator (CRC) position may provide study coordination for multiple clinical research studies depending on complexity that range from moderate to complex. Coordinator experience and mastery of all job duties from the CRC-Technician position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder is required. This position should be able to perform tasks and make decisions independently, consistently, and accurately, and demonstrate that they have achieved a moderate level of expertise in all their skills and abilities resulting in high quality work. It is presumed that this position is able to apply their skills to a broad range of different types of clinical studies, navigate available resources appropriately, effectively use all tools and job aids at their disposal and operate e-clinical technologies with a reasonable degree of proficiency. This position can perform the majority of tasks independently and perform quality checks of their work. They also know where and how to identify appropriate resources and support and are able to discern when to escalate issues needing additional intervention. Key behavioral competency descriptors include demonstrate, implement, execute, and use.
Responsibilities
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Experience as part of a team with all 8 competency domains is expected:
- Scientific Concepts and Research Design
- Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
- Investigational Products Development and Regulation
- Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
- Study and Site Management
- Data Management and Informatics
- Leadership and Professionalism
- Communication and Teamwork
Clinical Coordinator Responsibilities
Performs non-GCP related study management activities; Performs study procedures with minimal supervision; Schedules, assists with preparation for, and attends study initiation meetings, monitor visits, and audits; Ensures integrity of specimen management (collection, processing, packing/shipping, storing, labeling, tracking, etc.)
- Demonstrates understanding of protocol elements/requirements and demonstrate the ability to execute study procedures.
- Demonstrates the ability to anticipate and mitigate the potential for protocol non-compliance.
- Describes protocol structure and explains how to interpret study requirements to ensure study compliance.
- Demonstrates accurate implementation of protocol procedures.
- Explains and performs study non-GCP related study management activities.
- Performs study procedures with minimal supervision.
- Triages simple subject concerns and issues appropriately.
- Ensures integrity of specimen management (collection, processing, packing/shipping, storing, labeling, tracking, etc.).
- Comfortable with basic clinical lab equipment such as a centrifuge, various freezers, pipettes, and standard laboratory safety requirements and guidelines.
- Explains the role of the Clinical Trial Support Unit (CTSU) for initiating new studies, and for subject visit billing.
Data Coordinator Responsibilities
Demonstrates the ability to document data in accordance with ALCOA-C principles; Completes complex data collection during study visits; Demonstrates ability to resolve data queries
- Demonstrates the ability to document data in accordance with ALCOA-C principles.
- Explains how to utilize information from the EMR and study databases.
- Completes complex data collection during study visits.
- Demonstrates ability to resolve data queries.
Regulatory Coordinator Responsibilities
Form completion and reporting to external governing bodies such as the FDA; Demonstrating an understanding of the elements of subject safety, related documentation, and reporting; Recognizes situations requiring prompt escalation and demonstrates actions to minimize risks
- Explains and performs study operational activities in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Explains proper documentation techniques as outlined in the ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Explains the difference between Adverse Events (AEs), Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), and Other Reportable Information and Occurrences (ORIOs), can appropriately identify them and report them.
- Works with the Office of Research Compliance Review to create and post studies in ClinicalTrials.gov and obtain the NCT.
- Demonstrates understanding of University and Federal guidelines in order to assist with Investigator Initiated studies.
- Collaborates with MIAP for INDs and IDEs.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the elements of subject safety, related documentation, and reporting. Recognizes situations requiring prompt escalation and demonstrates actions to minimize risks.
- Demonstrates proficiency in all eResearch applications and submissions, such as continuing renewals and amendments.
- Demonstrates ability to maintain essential regulatory documents as outlined in the ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Maintenance of updated regulatory documentation.
- Explain the investigational products development process and identify key regulations to control these processes.
Administrative Responsibilities
Provide other administrative support for study activity including management of subject reimbursement and payments
- May assist with creating posters, abstracts, and articles
- Participates in regular study meetings. Properly completes payment forms and pays participants accordingly.
Training
Participates in trainings specifically for certification as a Clinical Research Professional
- All training requirements of previous level.
- PEERRS, HIPAA, CITI GCP
- eRPM Regulatory training
- Attends and participates in all training assigned to this level.
Required Qualifications
Technician Requirements:
- Associate degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.
- Minimum 1 year of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials is necessary.
- Experience in a medical setting
- Previous experience with subject recruitment and retention, and coordination and management of clinical trials required.
- Experience in the regulatory aspect of clinical trial management.
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
- Demonstration of understanding of Medical Terminology.
- Exceptional organizational and computer skills in Microsoft software applications.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity standards.
- Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to multi-task, work well under time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, oral and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and exercise of good judgement.
Assistant Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED is necessary.
- Experience in a medical setting
- Previous experience with subject recruitment and retention, and coordination and management of clinical trials required.
- Experience in the regulatory aspect of clinical trial management.
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
- Demonstration of understanding of Medical Terminology.
- Exceptional organizational and computer skills in Microsoft software applications.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity standards.
- Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to multi-task, work well under time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, oral and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and exercise of good judgement.
Desired Qualifications
Technician Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is desirable.
- An understanding of medical terminology, experience in a large complex health care setting, ability to effectively communicate with staff and faculty of all levels, and knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable.
Assistant Desired Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is desirable.
- An understanding of medical terminology
- Experience in a large complex health care setting
- Ability to effectively communicate with staff and faculty of all levels
- Knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable.
- Previous experience with spirometry testing and/or sputum induction desired, however on-site training is available.
- Clinical experience with respiratory patients is highly desired.
- Certification through ACRP or SOCRA.
- 3+ Years of Clinical Research Experience.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
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.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (hybrid)
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Additional Information
Continuation of research staff appointments is subject to performance that meets or exceeds the appointing unit and University criteria and the availability of continued funding.
Michigan Medicine is firmly committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging, which are core to the culture and values of the Medical School Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world. We strive to create a work culture where each team member feels respected, valued, and safe.
Supervision Received: This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to Faculty Principal Investigator
Supervision Exercised: None.
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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Opening ID
276245
Working Title
Clinical Research Technician underfill Clinical Research Assistant
Job Title
Clinical Research Technician
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Int Med-Pulm./Critical Care
Posting Begin/End Date
4/14/2026 - 4/28/2026
Career Interest
Research
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.
Job Summary
This clinical research coordinator (CRC) position may provide study coordination for multiple clinical research studies depending on complexity that range from moderate to complex. Coordinator experience and mastery of all job duties from the CRC-Technician position on the Michigan Medicine CRC Career Ladder is required. This position should be able to perform tasks and make decisions independently, consistently, and accurately, and demonstrate that they have achieved a moderate level of expertise in all their skills and abilities resulting in high quality work. It is presumed that this position is able to apply their skills to a broad range of different types of clinical studies, navigate available resources appropriately, effectively use all tools and job aids at their disposal and operate e-clinical technologies with a reasonable degree of proficiency. This position can perform the majority of tasks independently and perform quality checks of their work. They also know where and how to identify appropriate resources and support and are able to discern when to escalate issues needing additional intervention. Key behavioral competency descriptors include demonstrate, implement, execute, and use.
Responsibilities
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Experience as part of a team with all 8 competency domains is expected:
- Scientific Concepts and Research Design
- Ethical Participant Safety Considerations
- Investigational Products Development and Regulation
- Clinical Study Operations (GCPs)
- Study and Site Management
- Data Management and Informatics
- Leadership and Professionalism
- Communication and Teamwork
Clinical Coordinator Responsibilities
Performs non-GCP related study management activities; Performs study procedures with minimal supervision; Schedules, assists with preparation for, and attends study initiation meetings, monitor visits, and audits; Ensures integrity of specimen management (collection, processing, packing/shipping, storing, labeling, tracking, etc.)
- Demonstrates understanding of protocol elements/requirements and demonstrate the ability to execute study procedures.
- Demonstrates the ability to anticipate and mitigate the potential for protocol non-compliance.
- Describes protocol structure and explains how to interpret study requirements to ensure study compliance.
- Demonstrates accurate implementation of protocol procedures.
- Explains and performs study non-GCP related study management activities.
- Performs study procedures with minimal supervision.
- Triages simple subject concerns and issues appropriately.
- Ensures integrity of specimen management (collection, processing, packing/shipping, storing, labeling, tracking, etc.).
- Comfortable with basic clinical lab equipment such as a centrifuge, various freezers, pipettes, and standard laboratory safety requirements and guidelines.
- Explains the role of the Clinical Trial Support Unit (CTSU) for initiating new studies, and for subject visit billing.
Data Coordinator Responsibilities
Demonstrates the ability to document data in accordance with ALCOA-C principles; Completes complex data collection during study visits; Demonstrates ability to resolve data queries
- Demonstrates the ability to document data in accordance with ALCOA-C principles.
- Explains how to utilize information from the EMR and study databases.
- Completes complex data collection during study visits.
- Demonstrates ability to resolve data queries.
Regulatory Coordinator Responsibilities
Form completion and reporting to external governing bodies such as the FDA; Demonstrating an understanding of the elements of subject safety, related documentation, and reporting; Recognizes situations requiring prompt escalation and demonstrates actions to minimize risks
- Explains and performs study operational activities in compliance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Explains proper documentation techniques as outlined in the ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Explains the difference between Adverse Events (AEs), Serious Adverse Events (SAEs), and Other Reportable Information and Occurrences (ORIOs), can appropriately identify them and report them.
- Works with the Office of Research Compliance Review to create and post studies in ClinicalTrials.gov and obtain the NCT.
- Demonstrates understanding of University and Federal guidelines in order to assist with Investigator Initiated studies.
- Collaborates with MIAP for INDs and IDEs.
- Demonstrates an understanding of the elements of subject safety, related documentation, and reporting. Recognizes situations requiring prompt escalation and demonstrates actions to minimize risks.
- Demonstrates proficiency in all eResearch applications and submissions, such as continuing renewals and amendments.
- Demonstrates ability to maintain essential regulatory documents as outlined in the ICH-GCP guidelines.
- Maintenance of updated regulatory documentation.
- Explain the investigational products development process and identify key regulations to control these processes.
Administrative Responsibilities
Provide other administrative support for study activity including management of subject reimbursement and payments
- May assist with creating posters, abstracts, and articles
- Participates in regular study meetings. Properly completes payment forms and pays participants accordingly.
Training
Participates in trainings specifically for certification as a Clinical Research Professional
- All training requirements of previous level.
- PEERRS, HIPAA, CITI GCP
- eRPM Regulatory training
- Attends and participates in all training assigned to this level.
Required Qualifications
Technician Requirements:
- Associate degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is necessary.
- Minimum 1 year of directly related experience in clinical research and clinical trials is necessary.
- Experience in a medical setting
- Previous experience with subject recruitment and retention, and coordination and management of clinical trials required.
- Experience in the regulatory aspect of clinical trial management.
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
- Demonstration of understanding of Medical Terminology.
- Exceptional organizational and computer skills in Microsoft software applications.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity standards.
- Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to multi-task, work well under time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, oral and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and exercise of good judgement.
Assistant Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED is necessary.
- Experience in a medical setting
- Previous experience with subject recruitment and retention, and coordination and management of clinical trials required.
- Experience in the regulatory aspect of clinical trial management.
- Ability to work independently or as a member of a team.
- Demonstration of understanding of Medical Terminology.
- Exceptional organizational and computer skills in Microsoft software applications.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision while maintaining productivity standards.
- Demonstrated problem solving and conflict resolution skills.
- Ability to multi-task, work well under time constraints and meet deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, oral and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail and exercise of good judgement.
Desired Qualifications
Technician Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is desirable.
- An understanding of medical terminology, experience in a large complex health care setting, ability to effectively communicate with staff and faculty of all levels, and knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable.
Assistant Desired Qualifications:
- Associate Degree in Health Science or an equivalent combination of related education and experience is desirable.
- An understanding of medical terminology
- Experience in a large complex health care setting
- Ability to effectively communicate with staff and faculty of all levels
- Knowledge of university policies and procedures is desirable.
- Previous experience with spirometry testing and/or sputum induction desired, however on-site training is available.
- Clinical experience with respiratory patients is highly desired.
- Certification through ACRP or SOCRA.
- 3+ Years of Clinical Research Experience.
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
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.
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (hybrid)
Underfill Statement
This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Additional Information
Continuation of research staff appointments is subject to performance that meets or exceeds the appointing unit and University criteria and the availability of continued funding.
Michigan Medicine is firmly committed to advancing inclusion, diversity, equity, accessibility, and belonging, which are core to the culture and values of the Medical School Office of Research. Our community supports recruiting and cultivating a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the diverse people of Michigan and the world. We strive to create a work culture where each team member feels respected, valued, and safe.
Supervision Received: This position receives direct supervision and reports directly to Faculty Principal Investigator
Supervision Exercised: None.
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 any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Job Opening ID
276245
Working Title
Clinical Research Technician underfill Clinical Research Assistant
Job Title
Clinical Research Technician
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Hybrid
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Int Med-Pulm./Critical Care
Posting Begin/End Date
4/14/2026 - 4/28/2026
Career Interest
Research
Clinical Research Job Roles in Michigan
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Search Clinical Research Jobs in MichiganClinical Research Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for clinical research roles in Michigan?
Major sponsors for clinical research positions in Michigan include the University of Michigan, Michigan Medicine, Henry Ford Health System, Beaumont Health, Spectrum Health, and Kalamazoo-based pharmaceutical firms like Pfizer's Michigan operations and Perrigo. Academic medical centers and large hospital networks account for the majority of H-1B and J-1 sponsorships in this field across the state.
Which visa types are most common for clinical research roles in Michigan?
The H-1B is the most common work visa for clinical research coordinators, associates, and scientists in Michigan, as these roles typically require at least a bachelor's degree in a life science or health-related field. J-1 visas are also common, particularly for research scholars and postdoctoral fellows at institutions like the University of Michigan and Wayne State University.
Which cities in Michigan have the most clinical research sponsorship jobs?
Ann Arbor leads Michigan for clinical research sponsorship activity, driven by the University of Michigan's extensive research enterprise. Detroit and its surrounding metro area follows, anchored by Henry Ford Health, Wayne State University, and Beaumont Health. Grand Rapids is a growing hub, supported by Spectrum Health and the Van Andel Research Institute, which regularly hires international research staff.
How to find clinical research visa sponsorship jobs in Michigan?
Migrate Mate filters clinical research jobs in Michigan specifically by visa sponsorship, so you can see which employers are actively hiring international candidates rather than sifting through listings that don't sponsor. Search for roles like clinical research coordinator, clinical research associate, and research scientist on Migrate Mate and filter to Michigan to find relevant openings at health systems, universities, and CROs operating in the state.
Are there state-specific considerations for clinical research roles and visa sponsorship in Michigan?
Michigan's concentration of academic medical centers means many clinical research positions are tied to grant-funded projects, which can affect sponsorship timelines since funding cycles influence hiring windows. Candidates with backgrounds in oncology, cardiology, or neurology research are particularly in demand given the specialty focus of Michigan's major health systems. A relevant life science degree is generally required for H-1B sponsorship eligibility in this field.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored clinical research jobs in Michigan?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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