Position Vacancy ID:

89317-AS

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Working Title:

DFMCH Research Specialist

Official Title:

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

Hiring Department:

A532007-MEDICAL SCHOOL/FAMILY MED/RES GRANTS

FTE:

75% - 100%

Anticipated Begin Date:

FEBRUARY 19, 2017

Term:

This is a renewable appointment.

Advertised Salary:

Minimum $30,207 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications

Degree and area of specialization:

Minimum of BA / BS required. Degree and/or experience in the following areas preferred: psychology, substance abuse treatment, social work, public health, or health care.

Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience:

- At least 6 months of experience in human subjects and/or health services research is preferred, preferably with mental health focus.
- At least 12 months experience working in health care and/or research preferred.
- Experience in Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse (AODA), criminal justice system, or psychology areas preferred.
- Knowledge base relevant to mental health, addictions, and health services research preferred.
- Experience with IRB protocols and data management preferred. Prefer demonstrated skill in assisting in the preparation of IRB protocols and manuscripts for publication.
- Ability to read, understand, and follow a scientific protocol required.
- Knowledge of research confidentiality/privacy issues is preferred.
- Current knowledge/experience of UW regulations and procedures is helpful but not required.
- Strong knowledge of computer fundamentals is required.

- Prefix assignment and salary will be determined by qualifications and years of relevant experience. A minimum of 7 years of post-graduate, professional work experience is required for appointment at the senior level.

License or Certificate:

Position Summary:

The Research Specialist will be a member of Dr. Randy Brown's research team, working directly with study team members and research subjects. Current projects include human subjects research involving addicted patients in hospital and primary care settings, opioid risk assessments among victims of traumatic injury, and risk management strategies for opioid prescribing in primary care settings and pharmacies.

Additional Information:

- Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills are very important, given that research includes discussing sensitive issues with subjects.
- Flexibility and willingness to work early mornings as needed is required.
- Ability to travel to and work at multiple locations is required.
- Ability to adapt to different work environments is required.
- Ability to work independently using initiative and good judgment is desired.

Position is expected to be staffed at 100% FTE but a lower FTE is negotiable. If the position is filled at less than 100%, the incumbent may be asked to increase to a higher FTE than initially assigned depending on program funding and need.

Contact:

Taylor Spitzig
taylor.spitzig@fammed.wisc.edu
608-265-0641
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1 (out-of-state: TTY: 800.947.3529, STS: 800.833.7637) and above Phone number (See RELAY_SERVICE for further information. )

Instructions to Applicants:

Please upload a current resume and cover letter referencing your qualifications for this position. Your cover letter should highlight your experience and skills as they relate to the listed qualifications for maximum consideration.

Additional Link:
Full Position Details

NOTE: A Period of Evaluation will be Required

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Applications Open: 12 Jan 2017 Central Standard Time
Applications Close: 14 Feb 2017 09:00 AM Central Standard Time


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