Clinical Research Coordinator II

UW Clinical Trials Institute (CTI) is a partnership between the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health (SMPH) and UW Health. It supports clinical research professionals, investigators, and participants to advance discovery and research in the prevention, detection, and treatment of disease to help improve the health of individuals, families, and communities across Wisconsin and beyond. Our exceptionally talented workforce provides care, support, and provide information to clinical trials participants; resources, training, and guidance to research professionals; and opportunities for industry partners to advance groundbreaking medical research.
The CTI has an exciting opportunity for an experienced, full-time clinical research coordinator to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is intrinsically motivated, detailed oriented, an enthusiastic problem solver, and works well in a multi-disciplinary team to achieve a common goal. This role directly interacts with current and prospective participants of all ages and backgrounds, so the successful applicant is a clear, compassionate communicator with a strong customer service attitude. Additional responsibilities of the role include executing the procedures of the research protocol, safeguarding the integrity of study data, and actively participating in the screening, recruitment, and retention of our clinical trial participants. Senior members of the team are also expected to lend their experience to assist in training and mentoring new and less experienced members of the team.
This is an on-site position with standard business hours expected during the workweek. However, flexibility is essential, as occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekends may be required to accommodate the schedules of the research participants. Additionally, the role may involve travel between research sites within the metro Madison area. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact in the field of clinical research, we encourage you to apply today!
At CTI we consider diversity broadly, understanding each person's life and community experiences makes them unique. We believe diverse abilities/disabilities, racial/ethnic and cultural backgrounds, age, genders and gender identities and expressions, educational experiences and life stories drive true innovation and an exceptional work environment.

• 10% Schedules logistics, determines workflows, and secures resources for clinical research trials
• 15% Recruits, screens, selects, determines eligibility and enrolls trial participants, collects more complex information, performs medical assessments, and answers varied questions under supervision of a medically licensed professional. Performs medical assessments after completion of required training/certification, such as collecting vital signs, obtaining weight, and performing phlebotomy
• 15% Manages research workflow components, collects, prepares, processes, and submits participant data and samples to appropriate entities, adhering to research protocols
• 10% Identifies work unit resources needs and manages supply and equipment inventory levels
• 10% Serves as a main point of contact for clinical research participants, providing information regarding research procedures, expectations, and informational inquiries. Ensures participants follow the research protocol and alerts Principal Investigator of issues
• 5% Performs quality checks
• 10% Identifies resource needs and develops clinical research documents, such as job aids, tools, processes, procedures, and training. Contributes to the development of protocols
• 5% May assist with training of staff
• 10% Reconcile research billing, payments, and invoices and financial issues in concert with CTI financial specialists
• 10% Participate in quality and process improvement endeavors within the CTI; contribute to the development of new workflows and demonstrate flexibility in an evolving environment.

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree

Required:

- At least 2 years of prior clinical research coordination experience.

Preferred:

- Health or science related college degree or equivalent education and experience.
- Previous experience with basic clinical assessments including phlebotomy.
- Previous experience with research applications used in the UW CTI: OnCore, eBinders (Florence), Advarra Payments, EPIC, etc.
- Experience with training new staff.

Full Time: 100%
It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Required:
- Ability to work with minimal supervision with diverse teams of physicians, coordinators, collaborators, and study sponsors in a diplomatic, collaborative, and effective manner.
- Ability to effectively multi-task, work well under time multiple time constraints, and meet competing deadlines.
- Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
- Self-motivated, exceptional attention to detail, and able to exercise good judgement.
- Understanding of medical terminology.
- Strong organizational skills including the use of Microsoft applications (word, excel, etc.)
- Able to quickly problem solve and resolve conflict.
- Travel to multiple sites required, must have reliable transportation.
- Valid Driver's License
- Current ACRP or SoCRA Certification or ability to become certified within 6 months of hire.
The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position
This position has been identified as a position of trust with access to vulnerable populations. The selected candidate will be required to pass an initial caregiver check to be eligible for employment under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law and every four years.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Jennifer Wilkie
[email protected]
608-262-8025
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Clin Res Coord II(RE016)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/CLINICAL RESEARCH

Academic Staff-Renewable

299344-AS