RES ASSOC II (TEMP)

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Summary

We are looking for a temporary research associate to assist in the creation and clinical validation of a new combinatoric pharmaco-genomics assay under the direction of Dr. Brian Athey in the University of Michigan Medical School.  This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge research initiatives within the medical field. Project work is expected to conclude in Summer 2025.

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*

The research associate is needed to assist with 1) developing a cohort discovery tool based on a new comorbidity-polypharmacy score, 2) analyzing pharmaco-genotypes by using data from the U-M Precision Health Initiative and the Michigan Genomics Initiative, and 3) studying the use of pharmaco-metabolomic measurements to enhance pharmaco-genomic prediction. In addition, the research assistant will meet with the Principal Investigator and other stakeholders weekly to discuss project progress.

Successful candidates will have a background in statistical analysis, data curation, and information.

• Ability to find, extract, and analyze clinical data from the electronic health record.
• Clean and preprocess raw data to ensure accuracy and reliability for statistical analysis.
• Collaborate with research team members to design and implement statistical analyses and data modeling techniques.
• Perform statistical analyses using software such as R, SAS, or STATA to generate insights and support research findings.
• Basic Python programming skills.
• Assist in the preparation of research reports, manuscripts, and presentations for conferences and publications.
• Maintain accurate records of data sources, protocols, and analysis procedures for documentation and reproducbility.
• Ability to communicate with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Adhere to ethical standards and regulatory requirements in handling sensitive health data.

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Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in biostatistics, statistics, epidemiology, public health, or a related field.
• Proficiency in statistical software such as R, SAS, or STATA for data analysis and visualization.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and communicate complex data effectively.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail in managing large datasets.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary research team.

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.