Research Technician II (On-Call) / Madison, WI (On-Site)

About the role

As one of the largest Clinical Research Organizations in the world, we operate four Early Phase Clinical Research Units in the UK and US. We are seeking a Research Technician II (On‑Call) to interact directly with healthy volunteer participants while learning to read clinical research protocols and work in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment. Each day brings exposure to a wide variety of therapeutic indications and study types (ascending dose, first‑in‑human, food effect, drug‑to‑drug interactions, etc.). This on‑call, office/clinic‑based position is located in Madison, WI. You will work with leading pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies during a vital stage of clinical development—establishing the safety, tolerability, and pharmacokinetics of new drugs—contributing directly to patient care through Phase 1 trials.

Responsibilities

• Utilize your skills, knowledge, and clinical judgement to provide a high standard of care in clinical research.
• Accurately perform blood pressure, venipuncture, weight, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature readings.
• Prepare and accurately record ECGs/Holters.
• Collect and process biological samples as specified in the protocol and ensure proper distribution.
• Monitor meals to ensure dietary compliance by research participants.
• Assist in the preparation of rooms and medical equipment.
• Assist with screening procedures as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and efficient working and study environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• EMT, Phlebotomy, CMA or CNA certification (preferred).
• 0–1 year of related experience.
• Ability to work in an upright and/or stationary position for 6–8 hours per day.
• Repetitive hand movement of both hands with the ability to make fast, simple, repeated movements of the fingers, hands, and wrists to operate lab equipment.
• Occasional crouching, stooping, with frequent bending and twisting of the upper body and neck.
• Ability to access and use a variety of computer software developed both in‑house and off‑the‑shelf.

Skills

• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment where adherence to study protocol is critical.
• Ability to constantly shift priorities and adapt quickly.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working with technology‑based data collection systems.