RESEARCH STUDY COORDINATOR - WISCONSIN REGISTRY FOR ALZHEIMER'S PREVENTION

Job no: 242557-AS
Work type: Partial Remote, Staff-Full Time
Department: SMPH/WI ALZHMRS INS/ALZHMR INS
Location: Madison
Categories: Clinical Trials



Job Summary:

The Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention (WRAP) together with the Wisconsin Alzheimer's Disease Research Center (ADRC) and their associated studies, focus on early detection of Alzheimer's disease (AD) by studying the biological and brain imaging markers of AD, with the goal of learning how to prevent and treat the disease before symptoms occur. Dr. Sterling Johnson's research program is seeking a motivated visit coordinator with demonstrated attention to detail, strong analytic, organizational, and interpersonal skills, and creative problem solving experience. Ability to work one-on-one with participants with minimal supervision is a must. Effective, diplomatic, and culturally-competent communication, in written and verbal forms, with research participants, sponsors, faculty, researchers, staff, and students at all levels required. Knowledge of University administrative policies and procedures and federal human-subject research protection regulations highly desirable. This position is expected to maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations in all aspects of the job. Rare weekend visits and events requested.

The School of Medicine and Public Health has a deep and profound commitment to diversity both as an end in itself but also as a valuable means for eliminating health disparities. As such, we strongly encourage applications from candidates who foster and promote the values of diversity and inclusion.

About the Job:

Clinical Research Coordinator I (RE015)

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

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Education:

Required
Bachelor's Degree
Focus of study in a relevant field such as, but not limited to, biological sciences, psychology, sociology, social work, or health care-related field is preferred.

Qualifications:

- One or more years' experience in human-subject research or health care setting strongly preferred.
- Previous work experience in customer service preferred.
- Previous work experience with older adults preferred.
- Experience with imaging, biomarkers, and/or psychometric testing desired, but not required. Training provided.

Additional Information:

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 then every four years.

Department(s):

A531400-MEDICAL SCHOOL/WI ALZHMRS INS/ALZHMR INS

Work Type:

Full Time: 100%

This position requires some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $36,500 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Instructions to Applicants:

To apply for this position, please click on the "" button. You will be asked to submit a CV and a personal statement/cover letter. In addition, you will be asked to provide three references during the application process

Contact:

Kassie Hefty
kjhefty@medicine.wisc.edu
608-262-8538
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )





Official Title:

Clin Res Coord I(RE015)

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

242557-AS

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Applications Open: Oct 12 2021 Central Daylight Time
Applications Close: Oct 26 2021 11:55 PM Central Daylight Time