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UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON
Position Vacancy Listing
PVL# 58864

Please Note: A change was made to this position announcement on 05/27/08

Working title:

Research Examiner

Official title:

SR RESEARCH SPEC(T16BN) or RESEARCH SPECIALIST(T16DN) or ASSOC RESEARCH SPEC(T16FN)

Degree and area of specialization:

Bachelor's degree required, in nursing or health-related field preferred.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

Experience in collecting data and/or implementing protocols for research studies is highly desirable. Experience with phlebotomy, taking body measurements and using ECG equipment preferred. The successful candidate will also have strong people and teamwork skills with excellent verbal and written communication skills, attention to detail, value accuracy and confidentiality, have a professional manner and appearance and have a valid Wisconsin driver's license with a good driving record.

Principal duties:

The Research Examiner is responsible for conducting the clinical examination of individuals taking part in a longitudinal study of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus. Once trained, this position will function quite independently under the supervision of the Project Director.

The incumbent will be responsible for conducting and assisting with coordination of examinations at clinic sites including the Milwaukee and Appleton areas, and coordinating retinal photography at several off site clinic locations. The Examiner will review exam protocols with subjects and respond to any questions asked, oversee informed consent, monitor the participant's health during the exam procedures and review and report exam results to the Project Director.

The incumbent will also participate in patient retention activities, including development and implementation of annual questionnaires. The Examiner is asked to participate in protocol development, documentation and monitoring, and to solve scientific problems related to complex study guidelines. The Examiner will also manage specimen processing and storage activities in the lab and maintain supplies and resources for the exam and lab. Additionally, this position will be responsible for implementing and evaluating quality control measures for clinical data and specimen collection, reporting quality control results and assisting with data management. This position requires a flexible schedule. Extensive travel is required.

A criminal background check will be conducted prior to hiring.
A period of evaluation will be required
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Appointment type: Academic Staff
Department(s): SMPH/POP HEALTH SCI
Full time salary rate: Minimum $30,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Term: This is a renewable appointment.
Appointment percent: 50% - 100%
Anticipated begin date: JUNE 18, 2008
Number of positions: 1

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION

Application must be received by: JUNE 13, 2008

HOW TO APPLY:

Unless another application procedure has been specified above, please send resume and cover letter referring to Position Vacancy Listing #58864 to

Tammy LeCaire Phone: 608-263-5305
Wisconsin Diabetes Registry Study TTY: 608-263-2473
Department of Population Health Sciences Fax: 608-265-1183
610 Walnut Street, Rm. 611 WARF Email: tjlecaire@wisc.edu
Madison WI 53726-2397