Job description
The Client-Based Researcher III will work to direct the development of research methodologies and procedures according to specific researcher and principal investigator objectives and specifications for one or more complex research projects. This role entails leading development, design, technical operations, and compliance, including design and conduct of workflows and consenting of human subjects for biospecimen collections, and documentation of related data according to established policies and procedures. The employee will prepare critical reports and materials and disseminate information to appropriate entities. These reports include inventory data, and compiling bibliographies and other critical data that support core grant and other funding needs. This position will require reviewing new workflows for new translational research projects and clinical trials, editing accordingly and ensuring they align with IRB-approved activities and hospital regulations. As part of their role, this position supervises day-to-day operations of the BioBank lab and may supervise others including student lab assistants. They will also assist in providing information and representing the interests of the BioBank to internal and external stakeholder groups. The successful candidate will report and work directly with the BioBank assistant director to ensure smooth operation of the BioBank program. This includes project intake, developing and editing new protocols, and developing and implementing workflows in coordination with various entities. Excellent coordination by this lead role with the rest of the lab staff is expected in order to ensure efficient, coordinated and accurate operations within the BioBank program and with other departments. The employee will primarily be responsible for managing staff activity. This includes ensuring sufficient coverage of daily workload, coordinating daily needs of the lab, ensuring sufficient staffing, ordering supplies and ensuring freezers and equipment are in good status.
This position will work closely with faculty pathologists, pathology trainees, pathologist assistants, operating room personnel, and other physicians and scientists. Additionally, this position will assure that all clinical and laboratory research activity adheres to Federal, University of Wisconsin, and UWCCC policies, procedures and requirements.
SMPH is committed to being a diverse, equitable, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.
- 20% Directs the development of research methodologies and procedures according to client-based objectives and specifications for one or more complex research projects
- 5% Leads the development, design, technical operations, and compliance for one or more research projects. Designs and conducts experiments and interviews. Documents results according to established policies and procedures
- 20% Prepares reports and materials and disseminates information to appropriate entities
- 10% Reviews and edits research protocols independently
- 10% Participates in research publishing, editing committee meetings, and informational presentations to contribute to the development of (research type)
- 30% Supervises day-to-day operations of a research unit and may supervise others within a specialized laboratory or research area
- 5% Serves as a subject matter expert and unit liaison to internal and external stakeholder groups providing information and representing the interests of the unit
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The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.
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Preferred
Master's Degree
Preferred focus in biological or other laboratory-based science.
- Experience with day-to-day research lab operations for at least 5 years.
- Experience with direct handling/processing of primary human biospecimens.
- Experience in coordinating a team to ensure efficient and successful operations of day-to-day activities.
- Experience with quality assurance and good laboratory practices.
- Experience with billing (e.g. iLabs) and managing finances in a cost-effective manner.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with biospecimen-management databases (e.g. OnCore) is preferred, including data entry, maintenance and generating reports.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills.
Full Time: 100%
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.
Ongoing/Renewable
Minimum $61,608 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
- Work experience should demonstrate dependability, flexibility, and maturity. Candidates must be effective at building interpersonal relationships with constructive interactions, be clear and effective communicators, promote and create collegial environments that value accountability. Employees will also be expected to uphold UWCCC core values as defined below:
- Diversity & Inclusiveness: Embrace differences and promote fairness and equity while fostering a sense of belonging.
- Integrity: Act with integrity and honesty.
- Teamwork: Commit to and demonstrate teamwork.
- Excellence: Ensure excellence, quality, and high ethical standards in conduct and performance.
This position has been identified as a position that will be located in or regularly access UW Health locations. This position will need to adhere to UW Health policies and affiliated requirements. UW Health requires that anyone (all staff, faculty students, volunteers, and other affiliated individuals) working in or regularly accessing UW Health locations receive the COVID-19 primary vaccination series and first booster. This position will be required to adhere to that policy and if not in full compliance to have a plan for achieving full compliance within 40 days of the first day of employment. Additionally, you may be required to adhere to other vaccination requirements. Medical or religious accommodations will be considered.
Please be aware that successful applicants are 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 employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you would have to provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.
- TB testing and a Caregiver Background Check will be required at the time of employment. 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 then every four years.
- Hep B vaccination will be recommended at the time of employment.
- BioBank Core hours: 7:30am - 5:30pm. Schedule: with work both at Highland Avenue, TAC, Madison Surgery Center and the future East Park Medical Center planned to be open in Fall 2024, Some weekends, holidays and evening hours required and expected.
- Access to a vehicle. Travel is required. Must provide own transportation or a valid driver's license and eligibility for Car Fleet usage is necessary.
Devonne Tucker
dtucker@wisc.edu
608-263-9404
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Client-Based Researcher III(RE003)
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/CARBONE CANC CTR/CANC CTR
Academic Staff-Renewable
273839-AS
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