Research Program Assistant

Position Description:

Every great life-changing discovery begins the same way—with new knowledge. It can change everything, from a single life to the future of entire communities. That’s why academic medicine, and the continuous pursuit of knowledge, is at the center of everything we do at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW). Nn the role of Research Program Assistant you will be working in the Center for Advancing Population Science.   

Purpose

Function as a Program Assistant in the Center for Advancing Population Science (CAPS). Broad job duties under direct supervision of the Primary Investigator include recruitment, retention, data entry and collection.

Primary Functions

45%- Recruitment and Retention

• Under the direction of the principal investigator, assist in enrolling patients in educational and social intervention research studies. Contact patients as required after initial contact to obtain additional information.
• Generate letters and mailers to prospective participants to share information on the study and/or study participants.
• Assist with maintaining contact with enrolled participant to ensure retention through texts, mailers, and phone calls.
• Compile outreach packets, recruitment flyers, mailings, and specimen collection kits when needed.

45%- Data Collection for Research Studies

• Under the direction of the principal investigator assist in performing patient screenings, initial visits, and follow-up visits.
• Assist with maintaining research logs and providing study updates to principal investigators on a regular basis.
• Order and maintain log of gift card/incentive cards to be distributed to study participants.
• Follow all Sponsor and MCW’s policies and HIPAA regulations.

10%- Support CAPS program research efforts.

• Attend and participate in all assigned meetings and study activities.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge – Skills – Abilities

Knowledge of computer systems (excel, Microsoft Teams, etc.), clerical procedures, customer service standards, and information management. Skilled at time management, working on a team, adaptability, and prioritization.

Preferred Schedule:

M-F 8:30 – 5:00 pm

Position Requirements:

Appropriate experience may be substituted for education on an equivalent basis

Minimum Required Education:               High School Diploma

Minimum Required Experience:              1 Year

Preferred Education:                             Bachelors

Why MCW?

• 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
• 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.

For a full list of positions see: www.mcw.edu/careers   

For a brief overview of our benefits see: https://www.mcw.edu/departments/human-resources/benefits

Eastern Wisconsin is a vibrant, diverse metropolitan area.  MCW is intent on attracting, developing, and retaining a diverse workforce and faculty body that reflects the community we serve. We value diversity of backgrounds, experience, thought, and perspectives to advance excellence in science and medicine.  MCW is a welcoming campus community with a strong culture of collaboration, partnership, and engagement with our surrounding community. For more information, please visit our institutional website at https://www.mcw.edu/departments/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion . 

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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