Researcher (UCEDD)
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Job Category:
Academic StaffEmployment Type:
RegularJob Profile:
Researcher IJob Duties:
The Waisman Center is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge about human development developmental disabilities and neurodegenerative diseases throughout the lifespan. One of 15 centers of its kind in the United States the Waisman Center encompasses laboratories for biomedical and behavioral research several scientific research cores and a clinical biomanufacturing facility for the production of pharmaceuticals for early stage human clinical addition to its research efforts the Center provides an array of services to people with developmental disabilities offers numerous educational and outreach programs to young children and their families and trains scientists and clinicians who will serve our nation in the future.
This position will work within the Implementation Research unit part of the Waisman Centers University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). The mission of the UCEDD is to support the full inclusion and self-determination of people with developmental disabilities and their families through: development of personnel qualified to provide services in the health education and social service systems; provision of services technical assistance and the dissemination of information; and the contribution of new knowledge about the causes and prevention of developmental disabilities the impact of disabilities on individuals and families and the efficacy of assessment intervention and support methods.
The Researcher will be responsible for coordinating and supporting federally funded research activities including study design regulatory compliance data collection and analysis participant recruitment project implementation and dissemination of findings with responsibilities and independence increasing by level (IIII). This position will be responsible for overseeing research-related activities across the multi-site Autism Research Consortium-Systems of Care project which seeks to advance systems-level implementation of evidence-based practices that ensure timely screening diagnosis and access to appropriate services for individuals with autism and their families across the lifespan. Key responsibilities will include preparing IRB submissions gathering Steering Committee feedback developing research protocols coordinating participant recruitment recruitment of local Research Advisory Board (RAB) members scheduling and attending meetings with the Steering Committee RABs and Leadership Team distributing participant incentives continually monitoring progress and tracking adaptations to research protocols contributing to the development of implementation strategies and toolkits and supporting grant submissions and publications. This position will also assist with activities pertaining to mentoring early career researchers.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Conducts literature reviews prepares reports and materials assists with co-authors and/or authors publications and disseminates information to appropriate entities
- Collects and analyzes basic to complex research data conducts experiments and interviews and documents results according to established policies and procedures
Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership
- Assists in developing writing and/or submitting grant applications and proposals to secure research funding.
- Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations research protocols and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area
Reviews and edits protocols to ensure accuracy thoroughness and consistency
Assists with the development or develops and implements basic to complex research projects methodologies procedures and/or criteria
Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and student workers
Department:
Waisman Center
Compensation:
$60000 minimum; Salary is negotiable and will be based on education experience and skills. Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation holidays and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts and retirement benefits.
Required Qualifications:
At least two years of experience conducting human subjects research in academic clinical or community settings.
Documented experience preparing and submitting IRB applications and amendments.
Evidence of scholarly productivity including at least two peer-reviewed publications or conference presentations.
Demonstrated experience with statistical software (e.g. SPSS SAS R or equivalent).
Proficiency with data management platforms (e.g. REDCap Qualtrics) and Microsoft Office Suite.
Proven ability to coordinate complex projects including scheduling meeting facilitation and progress tracking.
Strong written and oral communication skills with experience preparing reports protocols or manuscripts.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively across disciplines.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with grant preparation and submissions.
Experience with implementation science program evaluation or systems-level interventions.
Familiarity with autism or developmental disability research or services.
Experience supervising or mentoring research staff trainees or students.
Experience with community-engaged or participatory research methods.
Education:
A Masters Degree in Psychology Public Health Social Work Special Education Human Development and Family Studies Health Services Research or a related field is required.
A PhD in the aforementioned fields is highly preferred.
Additional Information:
Applicants for this position will be considered for the Researcher I Researcher II and Researcher III titles. The title will be determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.
A Criminal Background Check will be performed.
The successful applicant will be required to complete HIPAA training and receive certification upon hire and annually thereafter.
Reporting requirements must be completed in a timely manner including but not limited to effort reporting and outside activities reporting.
How to Apply:
Click on the Apply Now button to begin the application process. Please upload a resume cover letter and a list of professional references.
Contact Information:
For questions regarding this position please contact Melissa Henning at
Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength creativity and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity culture background experience status abilities and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching research outreach and diversity as inextricably linked goals.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
