Student Worker - Research (Doerfler Lab)

Located in Milwaukee Wisconsin the Versiti Blood Research Institute (VBRI) is the largest bloodfocused research institute in the United States. With over 30 basic translational and clinical investigators the institute is dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge and developing innovative therapies related to blood and blood disorders. The institutes research interests encompass a wide range of topics including transfusion medicine cellular therapy thrombosis/hemostasis immunology and hematologic malignancies. As a vital part of Versiti a nonprofit organization with a blood bank at its core the VBRI strives to improve lives through innovative research and the development of novel diagnostics and treatments.

VBRI is part of the Milwaukee Regional Medical Campus a rapidly growing clinicaltranslational research hub. VBRIs proximity to the Medical College of Wisconsin Childrens Hospital of Wisconsin and Froedtert Hospital facilitates seamless interdisciplinary collaborations. A range of exemplary core facilities support highly competitive research. In the summer of 2024 construction of a new research building began doubling existing VBRI research space to enable the recruitment of 1015 new faculty. With its renowned researchers strategic expansion plans and location in a highly collaborative environment the VBRI is poised to maintain and expand its position as one of the leading hematology institutes in the world.

Under the direction of the department leader assists the department through various clerical functions and special projects.

Benefits
Versiti provides a comprehensive benefits package based on your job classification. Fulltime regular employes are eligible for Medical Dental and Vision Plans Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays Short and Longterm disability life insurance 7% match dollar for dollar 401(k) voluntary programs discount programs others.

• Provides administrative support to the department including filing data entry and handling customer requests
• Prepares presentations to company leaders
• Helps identify opportunities for process efficiency and collaborates with teams as necessary
• Assists with the analysis and resolution of department issues and makes recommendations as appropriate.
• Assists staff with various support activities upon request such as special projects reports etc.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties in this job classification
• Understands and performs in accordance with all applicable regulatory and compliance requirements
• Complies with all standard operating policies and procedures

Education

• Currently enrolled in an accredited college or university majoring in communications business or a health related discipline. required

Experience

• Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word Excel and Outlook) required
• Experience with integrated HRIS/payroll systems required; experience with Ceridian preferred
• Experience in a health care setting preferred

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to handle confidential information appropriately
• Ability to quickly and accurately understand instructions and then work independently on assignments
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as Standard Operating Procedures safety rules operating and maintenance instructions and other department manuals.
• Detailoriented to evaluate and ensure accuracy of data
• Strong sense of urgency to meet deadlines
• Exceptional organizational and problemsolving skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects
• Strong interpersonal skills and exceptional commitment to customer service
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to write interpret and explain information related to benefits

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