Research Technician III / Madison, WI (On-site)

Fortrea•Madison, WI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we have four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US. We are currently seeking a Clinical Research Technician III, to interact directly with our healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and enjoy working in a fast-paced team-oriented environment. Each day is different, you will be exposed to a wide variety of Therapeutic Indications and study types (ascending dose, first-in-human, food effect, drug to drug interactions, etc.) This is a full-time, office/clinic-based job in Madison, WI. If you join us, you will work with some of the world´s leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies in a vital stage of clinical development: establishing the safety, tolerability and pharmacokinetics of a new drug. Many Technicians are drawn to their profession because of its direct impact on patient care. If this is your case, you will not miss that working in Phase 1 trials. Whilst allowing you to have a close face-to-face relationship with participants, and as you continue to practice your clinical skills and knowledge, you´ll be involved with the latest medical technologies and treatments, witnessing their development firsthand. When the drug you worked with gets approved, you know you´ll touch many patient´s lives around the world.

Requirements

BS degree in related field
Requires Basic Life Support certificate
Research Technician I may be substituted for BS degree.
Fast paced: where no deviations from the study protocol are allowed, and not meeting a timeline for even few minutes will create a quality issue.
Changing priorities constantly asking you to prioritize and adapt on the spot.
Teamwork and people skills are essential for the study to run smoothly.
Technology based. We collect our data directly into an electronic environment.

Responsibilities

Responsible for assisting with the planning of training for Clinical Operations staff, documenting training, and maintaining training records.
They are also responsible for obtaining and/or creating pertinent training materials and presenting information to staff members in a manner that facilitates optimal comprehension and ensures compliance with established clinical pharmacology training requirements and for conducting "Train the Trainer" sessions as required.
Accurately perform blood pressure, pulse, weights, respiratory rate and temperature readings.
Preparation and accurate recording of ECGs/Holters.
Collection and processing of biological samples as specified in the protocol and ensures the proper distribution of those samples.
Monitors meals to ensure dietary compliance by research participants.
Assist with screening procedures as necessary.
Assist in the preparation of rooms and medical equipment.
Maintain a clean, safe and efficient working and study environment.
Assist with QC of source documents and case report forms.
Transcription of data from source documentation onto the Case Report Forms (CRFs) for simple to complex studies and QC of CRFs.
Foster respectful relationships with study participants.
Accurately record all research data obtained or observed.
Assist with training of new staff members.
Observe study subjects for general well-being and report appropriately.
Maintains a basic understanding of current regulatory requirements.
Attends all required meetings, as appropriate.
Assist, as necessary, with study procedures.
Maintains accurate records of all work undertaken.
Maintains skills to perform all study tasks, as required.
Maintains constant awareness of participant safety and dignity at all times.
Handles participant complaints efficiently and effectively in order that their satisfaction is maintained.
Ensures that client and participant confidentiality is maintained.
Responds to client and team queries in a timely manner.
Takes ownership for the quality and standard of own work.
Check in and check out study participants.
May perform IV cannulation in study participants.
Works closely with Study Coordinators on FMEA.
Assists with project team to complete CRF projects on time where required.
Coordinate schedules for newly hired staff until their initial training is completed.
Conduct training sessions for new hires in the CRU such as: General overviews of clinical research, study conduct topics, regulatory topics, clinical skills, laboratory skills, bedside data capture system
Track progress of new hire training with respect to agreed upon timelines.
Provide weekly updates to supervisors until new hire has completed their initial onboarding period.
Report delays in trainee's progress to hiring supervisor and report potential performance problems.
Meet with scheduling on a regular basis to discuss events in the schedule that can be used for training opportunities for the new hires.
Coordinate ongoing training for existing staff
Maintain training materials and supplies.
Other duties as assigned.