Clinical Research Site Manager

Job Summary:
The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) is seeking a Clinical Research Site Manager to support oncology clinical research at the new UW Health Eastpark Medical Center (EMC), opening for patient care in Fall 2024. This role is crucial for maintaining high-level operations at our new location.

The Clinical Research Site Manager will work collaboratively with research teams, administration, investigators, support services, and clinical partners. As a member of the UWCCC Clinical Research Central Office (CRCO), the Site Manager will report to the Senior Clinical Research Operations Manager.

Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee Study Visit Preparation: Ensure all necessary materials, such as lab kits, are prepared and available for study visits, managing the logistics and readiness of research supplies at EMC.
- Supervise On-Site Support: Lead and supervise the on-site support provided to clinical research staff and healthcare providers at EMC, ensuring smooth execution of clinical trials.
- Develop and Implement Operational Workflows: Create, implement, and monitor operational workflows specific to EMC, enhancing efficiency and consistency in research operations.
- Primary Site Contact: Act as the main CRCO contact within EMC, coordinating communication and operational activities among on-site teams and between EMC and the central office.
- Ensure Study Visit Coverage: Oversee and ensure adequate coverage for study visits, stepping in to provide direct support as needed.
- Coordinate Resource Logistics: Manage the transportation and availability of research materials and resources from the University Hospital to EMC, ensuring seamless operations and resource availability at EMC.

We are looking for a candidate who is independent and proactive with strong problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will be highly organized with keen attention to detail, an excellent communicator, and a strong collaborator who can work effectively with diverse teams.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the transformation of our clinical research program. Join us and be part of our mission to advance cancer research and patient care!
Responsibilities: Plans, analyzes, manages, coordinates, and tracks projects and quality improvement efforts for processes, procedures, and systems. Provides management consulting to improve organizational results.

• 20% Develops, schedules, coordinates, and prioritizes project work plans in accordance with specifications and resource limitations
• 30% Develops, enhances, and maintains operational standards and systems to support project teams
• 10% Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions
• 25% Serves as the initial point of contact for the project(s), serves on committees, and attends meetings representing the interests of the project(s)
• 15% Provides back-up clinical research coordination coverage to oncology clinical research teams as needed

Institutional Statement on Diversity:
Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.

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Education:
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years' experience in oncology clinical research required.
Work Type:
Full Time: 100%

It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.
Appointment Type, Duration:
Ongoing/Renewable
Salary:
Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
Additional Information:
- Work experience should demonstrate dependability, flexibility, and maturity. Candidates must be effective at building interpersonal relationships with constructive interactions, be clear and effective communicators, promote and create collegial environments that value accountability. Employees will also be expected to uphold UWCCC core values as defined below:
- Respect: Demonstrate respect for self and others -- behave professionally.
- Integrity: Act with integrity and honesty.
- Teamwork: Commit to and demonstrate teamwork.
- Excellence: Ensure excellence, quality, and high ethical standards in conduct and performance.

-TB testing and a Caregiver Background Check will be required at the time of employment. 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 then every four years.

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.
How to Apply:
To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a resume and cover letter as a part of the application process. Please ensure that the resume and cover letter address how you meet the minimum/preferred qualifications for the position. You will also be asked to provide three professional/supervisor references during the application process. References will not be contacted prior to notifying you.
Contact:
Jennifer Wilkie
jwilkie@wisc.edu
608-262-8025
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.
Official Title:
Project Coordinator(AD035)
Department(s):
A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/CARBONE CANC CTR/CANC CTR
Employment Class:
Academic Staff-Renewable
Job Number:
306428-AS