Job Description

Job Summary:

This is a unique opportunity to be a key contributor to the Systems Biology of Early Atopy (SUNBEAM) study, which is part of a network of researchers studying food allergy. SUNBEAM is part of the UW Asthma, Allergy and Pulmonary Research Center and the Department of Pediatrics at the UW School of Medicine and Public Health. The SUNBEAM study is focused on learning how many factors in early life can relate to asthma and food allergies. Food allergy affects approximately 5-10% of young children, with highest incidence in the first year of life. Food allergy accounts for almost $25 billion per year in U.S. costs. Atopic dermatitis (also known as eczema) is a major risk factor for food allergy and other allergic diseases, and atopic dermatitis has a significant intrinsic impact on child health. Currently, there is no reliable way to identify those infants destined to develop atopic disease who would benefit from targeted prevention strategies. The goal of this study is to establish a birth cohort that collects prenatal and early life bio-samples and environmental samples and rigorously phenotypes young children for food allergy and atopic dermatitis to identify prenatal and early life markers of high risk for food allergy and atopic dermatitis, as well as biological pathways (endotypes) that result in these conditions.


The SUNBEAM Research Nurse will work in collaboration with the Principal Investigator, other SUNBEAM coordinators and lab staff, and ancillary staff including but not limited to physicians and researchers to conduct the SUNBEAM protocol. Clinical assessments will be conducted, questionnaire information collected, and biological and environmental samples collected on the mother and child in the prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal periods of the child's life.


The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health is a vibrant academic department comprising more than 200 faculty in 16 subspecialty divisions. The department promotes and enhances the health of children through outstanding clinical care, exemplary education of pediatric trainees, performance of cutting-edge research, and vigorous advocacy. To learn more about the department's work and accomplishments, please visit:

Responsibilities:

Assists in research logistic management, screens study participants, and provides participant information and clinical care according to established research plans to ensure accuracy of research.

• 5% Secures and schedules logistics for clinical research projects according to the research plan
• 10% Assists in the recruitment and screening of subjects for clinical studies by conducting physical health assessments
• 20% Provides professional nursing care to patients according to established protocols
• 10% Provides appropriate treatment plan direction and information to study participants
• 10% Serves as main point of contact and liaison to project participants, investigators, research sponsors, and the research team delivering study information in accordance with established research project standards and protocols
• 30% Collects, verifies, and enters data into database and analyzes clinical information data
• 5% Serves a primary point of contact for emergent study participant situations related to adverse effects or complications of the study
• 5% May provide expertise, training, and guidance to the community, peers, and/or students
• 5% Supervises the day-to-day activities of research work unit

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals.


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.

Education:

Required
Bachelor's Degree
Degree in Nursing or equivalent preferred

Qualifications:

Minimum of 1-year previous experience with clinical research studies preferred.


Effective oral and written communication skills, independent problem solving and analytical skills, attention to detail and organization, and an outgoing and energetic service-oriented approach required.

License/Certification:

Required
RN - Registered Nurse - State Licensure And/Or Compact State Licensure
Candidate is required to have or be eligible for WI Registered Nurse licensure by start date

Work Type:

Full or Part Time: 60% - 100%


It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Terminal, 12 month appointment.
This position has the possibility to be extended or converted to an ongoing appointment based on need and/or funding

Salary:

Minimum $65,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The starting salary for the position is $65,000 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. Benefits information can be found at (


SMPH Academic Staff Benefits flyer: (

Additional Information:

This vacancy is being announced simultaneously with Position Vacancy Listing 313250 (Clinical Research Coordinator I or II); please note that only one vacancy exists. Applicants for this position will be considered for all titles listed in these postings. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist.


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 then every two years.


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.


University sponsorship is not available for this position, including transfers of sponsorship. 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 a terminal position that will require work eligibility until the position end date. If you are selected for this position you must provide proof of work authorization and eligibility to work.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply Now" button. You will be asked to upload a current resume/CV and a cover letter briefly describing your qualifications and experience.

Contact:

Ashley Rupnow
ashley.rupnow@pediatrics.wisc.edu
608-265-3961
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Research Nurse(HS042)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/PEDIATRICS/AIR

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Terminal

Job Number:

313249-AS

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

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, 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 through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.


Employment may require a criminal background check. It may also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.


The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).


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