Clinical Research Coordinator
About The Position
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. Key responsibilities include but are not limited to: coordinating psychometric study visits, which encompasses administering cognitive testing to research participants, coordinating biomarker visits including blood draws, MRIs, and lumbar punctures, engaging in data collection, and coordinating other aspects of study execution. Ability to work one-on-one with participants with minimal supervision is a must. The incumbent must demonstrate effective, diplomatic communication, both written and verbal, with research participants, sponsors, faculty, researchers, staff, and students at all levels, with an ability to adapt appropriately to different perspectives and backgrounds. 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 required. 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. 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. Applicants for this position will be considered for the following titles Clinical Research Coordinator I and Clinical Research Coordinator II. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
Requirements
- Demonstrated attention to detail
- Strong analytic skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Creative problem solving experience
- Ability to work one-on-one with participants with minimal supervision
- Effective, diplomatic communication, both written and verbal
- Ability to adapt communication appropriately to different perspectives and backgrounds
- Maintain confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations
- Familiarity with University administrative policies
- Familiarity with federal human subject research regulations
- Familiarity with HIPAA compliance
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong analytical and organizational skills
- Collaborative, problem-solving mindset
- Comfort with working independently with research participants
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proof of work authorization and eligibility to work
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of University administrative policies and procedures and federal human-subject research protection regulations highly desirable.
- At least one year of experience in human-subject research or health care setting.
- Previous work experience in customer service
- Previous work experience with individuals with cognitive decline
- Previous work experience with older adults
- Experience with imaging, biomarkers, and/or psychometric testing desired, but not required. Training provided.
- Bachelor Degree preferred; 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.
Responsibilities
- 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
- Identifies work unit resources needs and manages supply and equipment inventory levels
- Manages research workflow components, collects, prepares, processes, and submits participant data and samples to appropriate entities, adhering to research protocols
- 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
- Schedules logistics, determines workflows, and secures resources for clinical research trials
- May assist with training of staff
- Identifies resource needs and develops clinical research documents, such as job aids, tools, processes, procedures, and training.
- Contributes to the development of protocols
- Performs quality checks
Benefits
- Generous vacation
- Holidays
- Sick leave
- Competitive insurances
- Savings accounts
- Retirement benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
