About the role#
Profound Research is building a talent community for students in the final stages of their degree programs who are interested in clinical research. This is an opportunity to express interest in future internship roles in Detroit. By joining this community, you introduce yourself to our team for potential future openings that align with your background and interests.
What you'll do#
If selected for a future internship, you will work alongside Clinical Research Coordinators and investigators to support clinical trials. Responsibilities may include:
- Assisting with participant flow, including greeting, rooming, and preparing for study visits.
- Supporting data collection and clinical research documentation.
- Organizing study materials, supplies, and visit documentation.
- Gaining exposure to clinical procedures such as vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and specimen processing.
- Learning the implementation of clinical research protocols.
- Developing familiarity with clinical research systems and documentation platforms.
- Interacting with study participants to contribute to a positive experience.
- Learning about Good Clinical Practice, Good Documentation Practices, and regulatory requirements.
What you'll need#
- You are currently in the final stages of completing a degree program.
- You have a genuine curiosity about clinical research.
- You are interested in building a career in healthcare, science, or research.
- You must reside in or around the Detroit, Michigan area.
Location & details#
- This is an on-site role based in Detroit, Michigan.
- Future internship opportunities are paid.
- We are willing to collaborate with your university to meet academic requirements, including documentation and learning objectives.
- The work requires physical presence at a clinical facility, which may involve prolonged periods of sitting, standing, or walking, and the potential use of personal protective equipment.
About Profound Research
Profound Research operates in the hospitals and health care industry. The company provides infrastructure and non-clinical services to help community physicians offer clinical research as a therapeutic option to patients. Founded in 2010, the organization is based in Nashville, Tennessee. It currently employs 104 people.
How to get in at Profound Research
Applying early to Profound Research is a distinct advantage, as recruiters review applications before the candidate pool grows too large. Intern Insider sends an instant alert the moment a role matching your target is published anywhere, ensuring you can submit your materials among the first. This helps you stay ahead of the standard application queue. You can also improve your response rates by reaching out to the recruiters behind the company roles directly. Intern Insider surfaces these contacts so you can ask about the role or a referral. Connecting with the right person often provides more clarity than a standard submission.
