Research Associate

Job Summary

The University of Michigan is seeking a qualified Research Assistant to assist the team at the International Center for Automotive Medicine (ICAM). ICAM is a collaborative of researchers with surgical, medical, radiological, technological, engineering, and data expertise who are working together to prevent injuries to motor vehicle occupants and vulnerable road users with the support of the automotive industry. This position will support all aspects of ICAM?s research, from data analysis to crash investigation to injury coding. This position will be ideal for those who have interest in automotive crash investigation, medical research, data analysis, and reporting.

Responsibilities*

• Data entry and management: the candidate will populate an existing database regarding crash reconstruction and injury causation/trauma. The candidate should be familiar with data acquisition, data entry, and best practices.
• Crash Reconstruction: the candidate will assist in the investigation, reconstruction, and coding of crashes based on previously collected data. In addition, this position will assist in the creation of vCRASH simulations based on crash factors.

Required Qualifications*

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree in a recognized field of science or learning which is directly related to the duties of the position, such as Mechanical or Bio-mechanical Engineering
• Experience with Internet research
• Experience with Human Study research
• Command of basic engineering principles
• Understanding of the basics of anatomy and physiology
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work well in a multicultural and collaborative environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience with crash simulation software
• Experience with relational databases, data extraction, and analysis

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.

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 Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.