Emergency Department Research Coordinator (EDRC)

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Job Summary:

The BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine Research Program is looking for a high-energy individual to join the Research Coordinator team and assist in recruiting and enrolling research participants in the fast-paced emergency department of a Level 1 Trauma Center. The Department of Emergency Medicine Research Program is multidisciplinary with a variety of projects in clinical and translational research including clinical trials electronic medical record data analysis survey research and qualitative research. We partner with industry sponsors and study teams across the University as well as peer institutions.

• This position is part-time

• The work schedule is flexible and will be determined at the time of hire

• This position may require 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.

• Successful candidates will address the following Knowledge Skills and Abilities in their cover letter: active Learning complex problem solving science speaking coordination

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Identifies work unit resources needs and manages supply and equipment inventory levels

• Schedules logistics determines workflows and secures resources for a defined clinical research trial(s)

• Serves as an initial point of contact for clinical research participants and clinical staff providing information regarding research procedures expectations and informational inquiries. Ensures participants follow the research protocol and alerts Principal Investigator of issues

• Recruits screens selects determines eligibility and enrolls trial participants collects information and answers questions under supervision of a medically licensed professional. May perform basic medical assessments after completion of required training/certification such as collecting vital signs obtaining weight and performing phlebotomy

• Manages research workflow components collects prepares processes and submits participant data and samples to appropriate entities adhering to research protocols

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine

At the BerbeeWalsh Department of Emergency Medicine our focus is advancing the health of our community through unparalleled investments in exemplary education and training rigorous discovery and collaboration and compassionate patient care. Each year our faculty and staff care for more than 100000 patients across our emergency departments serving as a trusted resource for communities throughout Wisconsin and beyond. Our commitment to remarkable healthcare drives us forward always focused on turning adversity into opportunity and redefining the limits of our specialty. To complement this mission Madison offers an exceptional quality of life. Learn more about what makes Madison a top place to live work and explore.

Compensation:

The starting hourly rate for the position is $21.00 per hour; but it is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation holidays and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information refer to the campus benefits webpage and the SMPH Academic Staff Benefits Flyer.

Effective July 1 2024 the U.S. Department of Labor Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) requires that positions earning less than $43888 annually be considered non-exempt under FLSA provisions for overtime. Based on these rules if the person selected for this recruitment will earn less than the new salary threshold at July 1 2024 ($43888 annually) they will be an academic staff non-exempt employee will be paid hourly and will receive overtime compensation for any hours worked over 40 in a workweek.

Required Qualifications:

• Excellent command of spoken and written English grammar spelling and punctuation is required.

• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office (Excel Word PowerPoint etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1-2 years experience recruiting consenting and enrolling participants in research studies is preferred.

• 1-2 years experience in emergency medicine or other clinical health care setting is preferred.

Education:

Bachelors Degree preferred

How to Apply:

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Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the required and preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

University sponsorship is not available for this position including transfers of sponsorship and TN selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

Contact Information:

Phoebe Natzke

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