Researcher III

Jobtailor; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Madison, WI seeks a researcher to support clinical and translational cancer studies and trials, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and study sites to recruit, implement, and develop studies. The role focuses on advancing translational research and patient-centered outcomes.

The candidate will review results, collect and analyze complex data, document methods, and contribute to grant writing while training staff on protocols and equipment.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of research or related work experience required.
• Background in social sciences.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with qualitative research analysis software.
• Master's Degree required.
• Preference for candidates with research system credentials for VA or funded programs.
• Must pass Wisconsin caregiver checks and be eligible to work in the United States.
• University sponsorship is not available; valid work authorization required.

Responsibilities

• Support research studies and clinical trials across oncology and translational research.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, patients, and study sites to support recruitment, implementation, and development of clinical research studies.
• Review and evaluate results and contribute to study conclusions.
• Collect and analyze complex data, conduct experiments and interviews, and document results per procedures.
• Develop and implement complex research projects, methodologies, procedures, and criteria.
• Train individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques.
• Provide operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit staff and student workers.
• Assist with writing and submitting grant applications and proposals to secure funding.
• Conduct literature reviews, prepare reports and materials, and disseminate information through various channels.
• Participate in training in mixed methods techniques applied to clinical trial recruitment.

Skills

Qualitative Research Analysis

Grant Writing

Training and Mentoring

Communication

Education

Master's Degree

Tools

Qualitative Research Analysis Software

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

• Focus on clinical and translational cancer research rather than basic science laboratory research
• Support research studies and clinical trials
• Work closely with multidisciplinary research teams, patients, and study sites to support recruitment, implementation, and development of clinical research studies
• Review and evaluate results
• Collect and analyze complex research data, conduct experiments and interviews, and document results according to established policies and procedures
• Develop and implement complex research projects, methodologies, procedures, and criteria
• Train individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area
• Provide operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and student workers
• Assist with writing and submitting grant applications and proposals to secure research funding
• Conduct literature reviews, prepare reports and materials, author or co-author publications, and disseminate information to appropriate entities through various communication mediums
• Participate in provided training in mixed methods techniques applied to clinical trial recruitment

Requirements

• 3-5 years of research or other relevant work experience required
• Background in social sciences
• Facility with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Experience working with qualitative research analysis software
• Master's Degree required
• Candidates with experience and/or current credentials to work within the research systems of the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as research that comes from federally and other funding type systems is preferred
• Must pass an initial caregiver check and every four years under the Wisconsin Caregiver Law
• Must continuously maintain eligibility to work in the United States
• University sponsorship is not available, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas
• Must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work
• Department will not support a request for a J-1 waiver

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in clinical and translational cancer research, with a strong background in social sciences and experience in managing complex research projects. Proficient in qualitative research analysis and skilled in grant writing and communication.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Clinical Research Support
• Qualitative Research Analysis
• Grant Writing
• Microsoft Office Proficiency
• Research Methodologies Development

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Clinical Research
• Data Analysis
• Research Project Management
• Experiment Documentation
• Literature Review

Soft Skills

• Training and Mentoring
• Collaboration
• Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

• Master's Degree
• Eligibility to Work in the United States

Industry Keywords

• Cancer Research
• Translational Research
• Clinical Trials
• Veterans Affairs Research
• Federal Funding Systems

Tools & Technologies

• Qualitative Research Analysis Software
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint