Clinical Research Coordinator I - Pediatric Neurology

About the Role

Perform the day-to-day administrative activities of the Department of Neurology (Child Neurology Division) clinical research trials program. Provide support to the team to facilitate the achievement of the program's goals.

Primary Responsibilities

• Collect, manage, and harmonize large data sets from a variety of sources, including the Electronic Medical Record, RedCap databases, PACs/Imaging, and other file types
• Use R code, Python, and/or other data management tools and applications to assist the Principal Investigators with their research
• Work with interdisciplinary team and research coordinator team to ensure cross-coverage for the Child Neurosciences research portfolio
• Recruit, screen, enroll and obtain consent from program participants
• Conduct or coordinate training for program participants
• Coordinate research protocols including arranging necessary appointments and procedures, working collaboratively with other departments and institutions, and maintaining contact with study participants
• Collect, analyze, and disseminate program data
• Report program data and progress to program stakeholders
• Identify problems or obstacles in the system/procedures related to implementation of the research protocols and communicate to the study investigators
• Assure compliance with all relevant IRB and other regulatory agency requirements
• Assist in the preparation of IRB documents and reports
• Assist in the evaluation and writing of research protocols
• Collaborate on the development of program materials including educational materials, marketing materials, websites, forms, and reports
• Work with Principal Investigator to develop, implement, and maintain comprehensive databases and files related to the program
• Maintain program timeline including tracking deadlines for program components
• Coordinate program outreach activities including acting as a liaison with community organizations
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills
• R code, Python, or other coding skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel, etc.)

Qualifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis.

• Minimum Required Education: Associate's Degree
• Minimum Required Experience: 1 year
• Preferred Education: Bachelors Degree
• Preferred Experience: Prior experience in clinical research or large dataset research
• Required Certification/Licensure(s): CITI training within 90 days of hire

Physical Requirements

Work requires occasionally lifting moderate weight materials, standing, or walking continuously.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Benefits

• Outstanding Healthcare Coverage, including but not limited to Health, Vision, and Dental. Along with Flexible Spending options
• 403B Retirement Package
• Competitive Vacation and Paid Holidays offered
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• Pet Insurance
• On campus Fitness Facility, offering onsite classes
• Additional discounted rates on items such as: Select cell phone plans, local fitness facilities, Milwaukee recreation and entertainment etc.