Client-Based Researcher I/Administrative Technician

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Job Category:Academic Staff

Employment Type:Regular

Job Profile:Client-Based Researcher I

Job Summary:

This Client-Based Researcher I/Administrative Technician
will join the University of Wisconsin Carbone Cancer Center
(UWCCC), which is distinguished and supported by the National
Cancer Institute as a comprehensive cancer center for facilities
that meet rigorous high standards. This position will work in the
Circulating Biomarker Core (CBC), which is led by faculty Dr. Josh
Lang and Dr. Marina Sharifi. The focus of the CBC is to provide
sample processing and analysis services to members of the UWCCC as
well as the wider non-UW research community, in-line with the
development and clinical translation of biomarkers from the
circulation that can predict or detect therapeutic resistance in
patients with solid tumor diseases. With the ultimate goal of
implementing these circulating biomarker diagnostics into clinical
practice, the CBC is also actively developing the controls and
analytical validation datasets required for regulatory
approval.

Our team of highly cooperative researchers coordinate the receipt,
processing and analysis of 20-40 patient samples each week, testing
a number of different protein and nucleic acid biomarkers, for
numerous different projects involving basic research and clinical
trials. This position will primarily work on data quality control,
database maintenance and sample tracking and coordination under the
supervision of the facility director Dr. Natalia Krawczynska, and
will support the manager in operations management. The position
will work across cores for common information systems platforms /
databases in the UWCCC human biospecimens research enterprise and
supporting an integrated sample triage/transport/notification
service.

• This position requires work to be completed onsite, at a

designated campus work location.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Collects and analyzes basic research data, conducts experiments

and interviews, and documents results according to established
policies and procedures

• Identifies concerns and recommends solutions to leadership
• 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

• Assists with operational management (sample tracking and

coordination, site communication, resource inventory and
ordering)

• Prepares reports and materials and disseminates information to

appropriate entities

Department:

School of Medicine and Public Health, UW Carbone Cancer Center,
CORE Circulating Biomarker Core (CBC)

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 $50,000; 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. For more information,
refer to the campus benefits webpage and
the ​
SMPH Faculty /Academic Staff Benefits Flyer 2026 .

Required Qualification:

• Experience in database development, management and

reporting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using iLab and REDCap or similar platforms for

project and data management and reporting

• Experience with clinical research protocols and conduct

Education:

Bachelor's Degree Preferred; focus in computer or biological
science preferred

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align with the preferred qualifications listed above. Application
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applicants move forward in the process. References will be
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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.

Contact Information:

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

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