Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator IIServe as a clinical research coordinator on a longitudinal, multi-site, multidisciplinary research project. The project is one of several projects included in the MIDUS (Midlife in the U.S.) study. Duties focus on recruiting study participants, scheduling study visits, collecting data and post visit follow-up. Interactions with study participants will involve working with a team conducting face-to-face biopsychosocial assessments completed during an overnight stay on the Clinical Research Unit (CRU) at the UW Hospital. Duties also include providing data management support to project leadership. Specific duties may shift over the course of the study in response to changing priorities. Must be able to work some evenings and weekends (which translates nicely to some flexibility during weekday hours).Key Job ResponsibilitiesServes 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 issuesPerforms quality checksIdentifies resource needs and develops clinical research documents, such as job aids, tools, processes, procedures, and training. Contributes to the development of protocolsMay assist with training of staffSchedules logistics, determines workflows, and secures resources for clinical research trialsRecruits, 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 phlebotomyIdentifies work unit resources needs and manages supply and equipment inventory levelsManages research workflow components, collects, prepares, processes, and submits participant data and samples to appropriate entities, adhering to research protocolsDepartmentOffice of the Vice Chancellor for Research (OVCR), Institute on AgingCompensationThe minimum annual salary for this position is $51,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see QualificationsExcellent communication skills.Experience with community-based research studies in a clinical setting.Prior experience conducting face-to-face interviews.Additional InformationThis position does not require an advanced degree.This is an in-person position located in Madison, WI. The selected candidate must live in or be willing to relocate to the Madison, WI area.A cover letter and resume are required; incomplete applications will not be considered.EducationBachelor's degree required.How to ApplyFor the best experience completing your application, using Chrome or Firefox as your web browser is recommended. To apply for this position, select either "I am a current employee" or "I am not a current employee" under Apply Now. You will then be prompted to upload your application materials. Important: The application has only one attachment field. 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