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Job Category:
Academic Staff
Employment Type:
Terminal (Fixed Term)
Job Profile:
Research Specialist
Job Summary:
The Research Specialist will work with Dr. Chui at the School of Nursing, and in collaboration with Dr. Olayinka Shiyanbola’s research team at the University of Michigan. The position supports multiple federally-funded projects focused on improving medication outcomes. The research projects led by Dr. Chui focus on improving chronic medication care management for older adults. Dr. Shiyanbola’s projects involve two NIH-funded behavioral clinical trials examining how psychosocial and sociocultural factors influence medication taking behaviors, and testing patient-centered interventions partnering with peer support persons, and community healthcare workers may improve medication use and diabetes management. This position will be part of a team working on several ongoing studies and managing/coordinating research study related duties.
Starting FTE is negotiable between 50% and 100%.
This position has an initial appointment of 1 year and has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on program/project needs and/or funding availability.
Travel required: Travel is required. Must provide a valid driver's license. Employees may use their own transportation or receive approval for University Car Fleet usage. Employment is conditional pending the results of a Pre-hire Driver Authorization Check. See https://businessservices.wisc.edu/managing-risk/driver-authorization-and-insurance/driver-authorization/#become-authorized-driver (click on “Become an authorized driver;” then click on “Required criteria”).
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Provides operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers (20%)
- Performs literature reviews and writes reports (5%)
- Operates, cleans, and maintains organization of research equipment and research area. Tracks inventory levels and places replenishment orders (5%)
- Unique Responsibility: Identifies, develops, establishes, and maintains collaborative relationships with communityorganizations and research partners including pharmacies, churches, community centers, senior centers, and clinics topromote study participation (10%)
- Reviews, analyzes, and interprets data and/or documents results for presentations and/or reporting to internal and external audiences (5%)
- Conducts research experiments according to established research protocols with moderate impact to the project(s). Collects data and monitors test results (50%)
- Participates in the development, interpretation, and implementation of research methodology and materials (5%)
Department:
School of Nursing, Chui Research
For over 100 years, the University of Wisconsin–Madison's School of Nursing has been committed to enhancing healthcare through teaching and research. With a mission to develop nurse leaders, innovators, and advocates for the profession and society through research, education, practice, policy, and outreach; we aim to make discoveries, enhance systems, and advance health and health equity for Wisconsin and beyond.
The UW–Madison School of Nursing ranks first in Wisconsin and 19th nationally according to U.S. News and World Report. Additionally, UW–Madison ranks among the top 12 U.S. public universities and surpasses $1 billion in annual research expenditures. At the heart of UW–Madison is the Wisconsin Idea – a guiding principle that education should influence people’s lives beyond the boundaries of the classroom.
Our home, Signe Skott Cooper Hall, showcases the power, impact, and future of nursing with high fidelity simulation labs, 25 research suites, an active-learning classroom complex, exercise spaces, self-care rooms, and an accessible auditorium. Our School is in the heart of Madison, near Lake Mendota, and the Lakeshore Nature Preserve that serves as home to many migratory birds such as sandhill cranes, frequent visitors to our courtyard. Often voted one of the best places to live in the U.S., Madison blends green spaces and urban areas; outdoor recreation and vibrant city life; stimulating cultural offerings and lively festivals.
From our world-class facilities and research opportunities to our commitment to health equity and culture of wellness, we encourage collaboration, innovation, and growth for everyone at our School.
As part of the UW-Madison Health Care Component (HCC) and your work at the School of Nursing, you may have access to PHI (personal health information). All School faculty, staff, students, volunteers, and unpaid affiliates are required to complete HIPAA training as part of their orientation.
Compensation:
The minimum starting salary for this position is $46,000 at 100% FTE. Actual salary will be negotiated based on experience and qualifications and will be pro-rated for negotiated FTE.
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.
Required Qualifications:
- Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and spoken
- At least two years of working with Hispanic communities through community engagement or partnership
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience using Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) application
- Demonstrated experience designing and formatting professional quality written documents and visual materials in MicrosoftOffice products
- Experience with Institutional Review Boards and human subjects’ research
- Experience working in a healthcare setting
Education:
Bachelor's Degree - preferred
How to Apply:
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Please upload the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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Applicants should attach 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.
The search committee will review application materials and 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.
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their 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 need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Contact Information:
Samantha Noordhoek, [email protected], 608-262-0051
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