Clinical Research Assistant I

Position Description:

Purpose

Perform studies to advance the goals of research projects studying inflammatory skin diseases, granulomas, bacterial and fungal skin infections, hemangiomas, vascular malformations, birthmarks, morphea, pigmented lesions, and global health dermatology under the guidance of principal investigators. Assist the PI in writing grant proposals and papers. Prepare and present study results at national meetings.

Primary Functions

• Organize study participant charts and files. Distribute charts and files to appropriate location.
• Under direct guidance, assist with coordination of basic study activities.
• Accurately enter research data into specified programs or databases.
• Compile outreach packets, recruitment and specimen collection kits.
• Participate in meetings with principal investigator and research staff and evaluate/interpret the validity of data; develop strategies for study enrollment.
• Collaborate with principal investigators in organizing the global health mentorship program.

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

Knowledge of quality control, customer service standards, information management, procedural process, and recordkeeping. Computer, technical, interpersonal, oral communication, listening, and patience skills.

Preferred Schedule:

Position Requirements:

Specifications

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education: Medical Student

Minimum Required Experience: No experience required

Certification: CITI Training within 90 days of hire

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination


The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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