Client-Based Researcher I

The University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC) is proud to be Wisconsin's only comprehensive cancer center. It's a distinction bestowed by the National Cancer Institute for facilities that meet rigorous high standards to optimize and advance cancer research, patient care and prevention. These standards are met with the combined efforts of excellent, dedicated employees.
This Client-Based Research I position works closely with the clinic staff to recruit and consent subjects to our protocol. The incumbent will examine fresh tissue samples and determine adequacy for tissue banking and research use. In compliance with national standards and study guidelines, this role will handle fresh tissue appropriately for storage and shipping including; snap freezing tissue for banking, sending fresh tissue to researchers, tissue disaggregation, and freezing cell suspensions. In conjunction with clinical research Disease Oriented Teams (DOT's) involved in studying these specimens, the Client-Based Researcher I will maintain the tissue repository and extract the associated data. This position will catalog tissue specimens into the Tissue Resource database and maintain Tissue Resource records for individual protocols and their handling procedures and shipping records. The incumbent will assist with the development and review of protocols associated with specimen storage and distribution.
This successful incumbent will have excellent communications skills in order to work closely with faculty pathologists, pathology trainees, pathology physician assistants, operating room personnel, and other physicians and scientists. Additionally, this position will assure that all clinical and laboratory research activity adheres to Federal, University of Wisconsin, and UWCCC policies,
procedures and requirements.

• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a designated campus work location.

• Work location(s) may include:
  Highland Avenue, The American Center (TAC), Madison Surgery Center and East Park Medical Center

Caregiver information

• Contact with vulnerable populations that are non-minors: 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 every four years.

TB Testing and Heb B vaccination

• TB Testing will be required at the time of employment. Hep B vaccination will be recommended.

Travel is required

• Must provide a valid driver's license. Employees may use their own transportation or receive approval for University Car Fleet usage. Employment is conditional pending the results of a Pre-hire Driver Authorization Check. See https://businessservices.wisc.edu/managing-risk/driver-authorization-and-insurance/driver-authorization/#become-authorized-driver (click on "Become an authorized driver;" then click on "Required criteria").

Knowlege, Skill, Abilities/Competencies

Successful candidates will address the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities in their cover letter.

• Excellent analytical, communication and organizational skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Reviews and edits research protocols under general supervision

• Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership

• Prepares reports and materials and disseminates information to appropriate entities

• Assists with the development of research methodologies and procedures according to client-based objectives and specifications

• Trains individuals and groups on equipment operations, research protocols, and techniques within a specialized laboratory or research area

• Collects and analyzes basic research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures

School of Medicine and Public Health, Carbone Cancer Center:

Our mission is a commitment to defeating cancer through rapid application of groundbreaking research, prevention, and treatment. The University of Wisconsin (UW) Carbone Cancer Center has been an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center since 1973. UW Carbone is an integral part of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health and UW Health, bringing together more than 330 physicians and scientists from 50 departments and nine schools to conduct research and translate laboratory discoveries into new patient treatments. UWCCC builds community by creating a collaborative, respectful, and welcoming environment in which all faculty, students, and staff will thrive.

The starting salary for the position is $44,500; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications.

- Experience with sample collection and sample processing.
- Experience with quality assurance and good laboratory practices.
- Experience with data bases is preferred including data entry, maintenance and generating reports.

Bachelor's Degree

To apply for this position, please click on the "I am a current employee" button or "I am not a current employee" button under Apply Now. You will be prompted to upload the following documents:

* Cover Letter

* Resume.

Please note, there is only one attachment field. You must upload all of your documents in the attachment field.

Applicants are to submit a cover letter and resume detailing their training and experience relating to preferred qualifications referenced above. The application reviewers will be relying on written application materials to determine which qualified applicants will advance in the recruitment process. We will notify selected applicants to participate further in the selection process directly. References will be requested of final candidates. All applicants will be notified after the search is complete and a candidate has been selected.

University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship and TN visas. The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring their continuous 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 the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment. This position is an ongoing position that will require continuous work eligibility. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

Devonne Tucker, dtucker@wisc.edu, 608-263-9404

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