Dr. Paulsen's research program supports research in rare forms of very early cognitive decline and dementia (i.e., CADASIL, Huntington's disease). Our research studies help develop and refine the tools that can be used in clinical trials to measure the effectiveness of treatment before the disease impacts daily life. We seek to develop measures, methods and models of disease onset and progression that facilitate interventions and treatment programs throughout the life course of disease from being healthy and living at risk to managing early brain dysfunction and mild cognitive declines, to preparing for disease progression with loss of control over emotional, organizational, motor, and cognitive processes. Starting treatment sooner may help delay the start of symptoms or slow down the progression of the disease. Some scientists think that treatments may be more likely to work when the brain is still healthy, rather than later in the disease when many brain cells are gone. We want to plan for future clinical trials by finding and tracking subtle but measurable changes in behavior, cognition, and emotional responses that occur before the more visible symptoms appear.

The Clinical Research Coordinator II will manage the Wisconsin CADASIL study site. The incumbent will recruit, screen, select, and determine eligibility of research volunteer participants who may undergo activities such as neuropsychological assessment, lumbar puncture, blood draws, brain scans, behavioral assessments, neurological examinations and survey questions about quality of life and treatment opinions/decision-making. They will also ensure that all research protocols are followed and test results are recorded appropriately. They will oversee the biofluid lab to ensure safety protocols and operating procedures are followed. They will also be responsible for training new biofluid team members. The lab hires undergraduates to give them experience with a research study. The incumbent will assign activities and supervise their day-to-day work.

• 10% Schedules logistics, determines workflows, and secures resources for clinical research trials
• 20% Recruits, screens, selects, determines eligibility and enrolls trial participants, collects more complex information, performs medical assessments, and answers varied questions under supervision of a medically licensed professional. Performs medical assessments after completion of required training/certification, such as collecting vital signs, obtaining weight, and performing phlebotomy
• 10% Manages research workflow components, collects, prepares, processes, and submits participant data and samples to appropriate entities, adhering to research protocols
• 5% Identifies work unit resources needs and manages supply and equipment inventory levels
• 20% Serves as a main point of contact for clinical research participants, providing information regarding research procedures, expectations, and informational inquiries. Ensures participants follow the research protocol and alerts Principal Investigator of issues
• 5% Performs quality checks
• 5% Identifies resource needs and develops clinical research documents, such as job aids, tools, processes, procedures, and training. Contributes to the development of protocols
• 5% May assist with training of staff
• 5% Participate in community-based events to introduce research programs and disseminate project information to the general public. May travel of multi-site, team research.
• 5% Presentation and collection of informed consent to implement all ethical principles of good clinical research practices. May submit and maintain appropriate IRB submissions
• 5% Perform data analytics commensurate with level Perform data analytics commensurate with level of expertise
• 5% Supervise lab undergraduate students

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Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Biology or related field.

-At least 3 years experience in Human Subjects research required.

Knowledge/Skills Required:
-Excellent verbal and written communication skills
-Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
-Ability to work well independently as well as on a team
-Detail-oriented, excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, and organizational skills

Full or Part Time: 80% - 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Ongoing/Renewable

Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).

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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 every four years.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. The selected applicant will be 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 an 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 must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience, and a document listing contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Caitlin Staley
caitlin.staley@wisc.edu
608-265-1325
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Clin Res Coord II(RE016)

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/NEUROLOGY/NEUROLOGY

Academic Staff-Renewable

311697-AS

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