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Clinical Research Onboarding & Education Specialist​

Clinical Research Onboarding & Education Specialist​

  • JR10008911
  • Hybrid
  • Madison, Wisconsin
  • Administration
  • Part time
  • Opening at: Apr 9 2026 - 11:00pm CDT
  • Closing at: Apr 24 2026 - 11:00pm CDT
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Job Category:

Academic Staff

Employment Type:

Regular

Job Profile:

Administrative Specialist

Job Summary:

​​The Clinical Research Onboarding & Education Specialist will serve as a key member of the education team within the Clinical Research Central Office (CRCO), serving at the direction of the Clinical Research Education Manager for the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center (UWCCC). The CRCO is a large team of over 90 staff that serves approximately 250 Principal Investigators engaged in human subjects' oncology research at UWCCC. This incumbent is dedicated to the onboarding/offboarding of clinical research staff, maintaining internal and external websites (Knowledge Base), and assisting with creating online education courses and training videos. The Clinical Research Onboarding & Education Specialist is also responsible for managing the professional certification program, supervising student employees, tracking institutional training, creating documentation, and completing other projects and administrative tasks assigned by the Education Manager.  A successful Clinical Research Onboarding & Education Specialist must be effective at working with a wide variety of individuals within the organization, able to handle multiple projects simultaneously, and work independently using initiative and sound judgement. This position is 90% remote and 10% onsite.

  • This position is full or part-time, 80% - 100%

  • This position may require some work to be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location. Some work may be performed remotely, at an offsite, non-campus work location. 

Candidates who demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities will be given first consideration:​

  • Effective oral and written communication skills with peers, superiors, senior administrators, and staff in other units within the organization as well as external entities 

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams. 

  • Ability to learn independently, take initiative, be resourceful, and handle multiple tasks/projects simultaneously 

  • Proven analytical and prioritization skills, problem solving, attention to detail, and organizational skills. 

  • Ability to lead meetings and activities in a team environment  

  • Knowledge of clinical research  

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Key Job Responsibilities:

  • Schedules logistics and secures resources for a designated work unit to contribute to the day-to-day operational success

  • Analyzes data and trends, compiles progress reports, and provides appropriate recommendations or conclusions in support of the assigned operational work unit(s)

  • Serves on committees and attends meetings, representing the interests of the unit or program

  • Assists, recommends, and advises staff on unit or program administrative issues, personnel matters, and budgetary problems

  • Implements and executes established policies and procedures for a designated work unit to adhere to unit objectives and to align with established strategies

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, Carbone Cancer Center, CR Central Office CRCO:


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.

Compensation:

The starting salary for the position is $60,000 annually; but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. 

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and sick leave; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. For more information, refer to the campus benefits webpage. ​ SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026

Required Qualifications:

  • Two years of related professional work experience  

  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Clinical research experience 

  • 3-4 years of related professional work experience 

  • Experience with utilizing video/editing software 

  • Experience with HTML basics 

Education:

Bachelor’s Degree preferred or equivalent professional experience considered.

How to Apply:

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 • Cover letter (required)
 • Resume (required)
 

Your cover letter should address how your training and experience aligns with the required and preferred qualifications listed above. Application reviewers will rely on these written materials to determine which applicants move forward in the process. References will be requested from final candidates. All applicants will be notified once the search concludes and a candidate is 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. 

The department will not be able to support a request for a J-1 waiver. If you choose to pursue a waiver and apply for our position, neither the UW nor UWMF will reimburse you for your legal or waiver fees.

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Contact Information:

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

Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

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The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence by acknowledging skills and expertise from all backgrounds and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. For more information regarding applicant and employee rights and to view federal and state required postings, visit the Human Resources Workplace Poster website.

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