Clinical Research Assistant II - Cancer Center

Medical College of Wisconsin; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A research institution in Milwaukee is seeking an Administrative Support professional for clinical research studies. You will coordinate patient visits, organize study materials, and assist in data collection while providing clerical support. A high school diploma and 1 year of experience are required, along with CITI training within 90 days. Ideal candidates will possess a solid knowledge of biology and chemistry, strong problem-solving, and writing skills. This role involves light exertion and is performed in a controlled environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience is required.
• CITI training must be completed within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in various administrative tasks for clinical research.
• Coordinate patient visits and organize study files.
• Collect and enter data into databases.
• Verify accuracy of bills and stipends.
• Generate communication letters for study participants.
• Provide clerical support to nursing staff and investigators.
• Order and manage stipend and gift certificates.
• Compile outreach and recruitment materials.

Skills

Knowledge of biology

Knowledge of chemistry

Data utilization

Complex problem solving

Critical thinking

Resource management

Writing skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Summary

Under general supervision, assist in various administrative and data collection aspects of clinical research studies.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient visits to clinic and organize study participant charts and files, distributing to appropriate location
• Collect required data from study coordinators and research nurses, and enter onto clinical research forms and into computerized database
• Verify accuracy of bills and stipends
• Generate letters to be sent to study participants
• Under the direction of the study coordinator or principal investigator, assist in enrolling patients in educational and social intervention research studies. Contact patients as required after initial contact to obtain additional information
• Provide general clerical support to nurses and investigators
• Order and maintain log of stipend checks and/or gift certificates to be distributed to study participants
• Compile outreach packets, recruitment and specimen collection kits
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge - Skills - Abilities

• Knowledge of biology, chemistry, mathematics, documentation, and records management
• Data utilization, complex problem solving, critical thinking, resource management, and writing skills

Qualifications

Minimum Required Education: High school

Minimum Required Experience: 1 year

Required Certification/Licensure(s): CITI training within 90 days of hire

Physical Requirements

Work involves light exertion transporting materials or equipment but not for sustained time.

Work Environment

Occasional exposure to dust, noise, temperature changes, or contact with water or other liquids. Work is performed in an environmentally controlled environment.

Sensory Acuity

Ability to detect and translate speech or other communication required. May occasionally require the ability to distinguish colors and perceive relative distances between objects.

Note: This description reflects the essential functions of the role and does not include every duty that may be assigned.

Why MCW?

Equal opportunity employer statement and commitment to non-discrimination are included as required.