MADC Research Technician Associate

The Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center is an NIH-funded research center focused on conducting and supporting Alzheimer's disease and related dementia research. A key aim of the center's research is to work with underrepresented communities to address racial and ethnic disparities in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. The center also spans beyond research by promoting state-of-the-art care and wellness for individuals and families affected by dementia and increasing dementia awareness through education and outreach across the state.

The Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center (MADC) is seeking a full time MADC Research Coordinator to join its research team.  This position is term-limited for three years, with potential to continue depending on funding. Location is at the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center in Ann Arbor and the University of Michigan Detroit Center in Detroit.  Hours are Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

We are seeking an experienced, positive, highly motivated, organized, autonomous person with excellent multi-tasking ability and record-keeping skills to work with principal investigators and other research team members to accurately and efficiently carry out a range of tasks associated with a variety of research studies.  The candidate will be expected to work closely with faculty and staff and be able to administer standardized and computer-based cognitive, behavioral, and motor assessments to research participants and score neuropsychological examinations. The candidate will be able to operate in a semi-independent manner to assist in clinical research and related projects.  The characteristic duties and responsibilities of this position may evolve over time to match changing needs and priorities. 

A cover letter is required for consideration of 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.  (Please label your job application file as follows:  last name, first name.)

To be considered for this position, the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications before the start date of employment.

Diversity is highly valued.  Applications from members of groups underrepresented in health sciences with demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities, cultures and the elder population are encouraged to apply.

This position is term-limited for three years, with potential to continue depending on funding. At the end of the stated term, your appointment will terminate, and will not be eligible for Reduction-in-Force (RIF) benefits.  This term-limited appointment does not create a contract or guarantee of employment for any period of time as you will remain subject to disciplinary or other performance measures, up to and including termination, at the will of the University in accordance with existing University policy and standards for employee performance and conduct.