Clinical Research Coordinator

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Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process. Job Category: Academic Staff Employment Type: Regular Job Profile: Clin Res Coord II 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. 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. Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will be given first consideration: Familiarity with University administrative policies, federal human subject research regulations, and 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 Key Job 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 Department: School of Medicine and Public Health, Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute, Wisconsin Registry for Alzheimer's Prevention Study The Wisconsin Alzheimer's Institute (WAI) supports the UW School of Medicine and Public Health's (SMPH) mission of "advancing health and health equity through remarkable service to patients and communities, outstanding education, and innovative research." Core values for WAI are service, inclusive collaboration, excellence, empathy, compassion and fairness. These values inform WAI efforts to lead innovative, impactful programs with partners both in and outside SMPH and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. WAI goals are focused on helping people living with or at risk for Alzheimer's disease or other dementia, their caregivers, and t

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