Neuromodulation Research Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for 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.
Job Summary
The Research Program on Cognition and Neuromodulation-based Interventions is looking for a full-time Research Technician Intermediate. The programs mission is to provide non-pharmacological treatments for persons with neurologic injury and disease. We focus on methods to assist older adults with a variety of cognitive impairments using neuropsycholgical theory, modern neuroimaging methods and a range of non-pharmacololgical treatments. The successful candidate will perform a range of tasks to support two research projects, primarily administration and scoring of standardized neuropsycholgical tests to research participants and memory rehabilitation. If you are interested in older adult health and looking for ways to prepare for graduate, nursing, or medical school, consider becoming part of a collaborative clinical research team.
Responsibilities*

• Screen, recruit and enroll study participants.
• Conduct informed consent process.
• Schedule and track participants through end of participation
• Administer neuropsychological testing.
• Enter data into secure database.
• Act as a liaison with other study teams.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Neuroscience, or a related Health Science discipline strongly preferred
• Experience working with older adults
• 1-3 years of experience in a research setting
• Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Ability to multi-task as well as work well under time constraints and deadlines
• Outstanding organizational and record-keeping skills with meticulous attention to detail
• Ability to work well as part of a team, share resources, and adapt to change in a positive, constructive manner
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends as necessary to support the program

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience administering neuropsychological tests to participants with cognitive impairment
• Familiarity with UMHS electronic medical record system

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
The schedule for this position is Monday -Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 AM with occasional evenings as needed.
Work Locations
This position is located at one of Michigan Medicine's offsite campus locations in Ann Arbor, MI.
Additional Information
This position is a term-limited appointment through 8/8/2027 with the possibility of extension 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 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.
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.
In addition to the screenings indicated above under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.
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.
E-Verify
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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.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
280857
Working Title
Research Technician Intermediate (Term Limited)
Job Title
Research Tech Intermediate
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of Work
Onsite
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Medical School
Department
MM Psychiatry-Neuropsychology
Posting Begin/End Date
7/31/2026 - 9/02/2026
Career Interest
Research