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Job Summary:

The Department of Medicine (DOM), in partnership with the UW Clinical Trials Institute (CTI), has developed a shared infrastructure to promote and support clinical research activities across DOM. This partnership encourages clinical research professionals and participants to advance discovery and research in the prevention, detection, and treatment of disease to help improve the health of individuals, families, and communities across Wisconsin and beyond. Our exceptionally talented workforce provides care, support, and information to clinical trials participants; resources, training, and guidance to research professionals; and opportunities for industry partners to advance groundbreaking medical research.

The Department of Medicine (DOM) is seeking a Clinical Research Accountant to provide comprehensive financial support services to faculty conducting clinical research (industry and investigator-initiated studies). This position will work closely with investigators, research coordinators, industry sponsors, contract research organizations (CROs) and others to monitor expenditures, prepare and reconcile financial data, submit and oversee research billing compliance activities, and manage DOM's research participant payment process.

The incumbent will be expected to serve in a variety of capacities, including but not limited to, reviewing, processing and/or approving transactions, monitoring expenditures, managing research billing activities, working with DOM leadership and sponsors to ensure payment, and reviewing study calendars and budget setup for clinical trials. In addition, the incumbent will provide setup, processing, and management of the Advarra participant payment system for subjects engaged in clinical research activities within DOM.

The incumbent will serve as a member of DOM's Office of Research Services and report to DOM's Associate Director for Research. The CTI Associate Director for Finance will provide day-to-day oversight, guidance, and training for this position, while working closely with DOM ORS leadership to ensure alignment with the research goals of both units.

Responsibilities:

Works directly with principal investigator and research staff to budget, monitor expenditures, and reconcile financial data for sponsored programs. May directly process and/or approve accounting transactions such as cost transfers, procurement, sub award management, and financial processing related to sponsored project management. May review and approve transactions on behalf of an intermediate unit or center.

• 25% Assists principal investigators with financial management of sponsored program budgets and directs day-to-day fiscal transactions
• 30% Prepares and processes financial reporting and/or invoicing information
• 5% Provides expertise and advice related to procurement and allowable charges
• 20% Reviews financial expenditures for accuracy on sponsored grants and contracts
• 10% Provides oversight and management of Advarra clinical research participant payment system on behalf of DOM
• 10% Prepares and analyzes financial data, reports and records, identifies discrepancies, investigates, recommends, and implements solutions as needed

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Education:

Preferred
Bachelor's Degree
Preferred focus in business/public administration, accounting, or related field preferred or equivalent experience

Qualifications:

* At least 2 years of finance/accounting experience preferred, preferably in a clinical research setting.
* At least 2 years of experience in research/contract management and oversight activities preferred.
* Experience working with complex automated accounting systems and processes preferred.Work Type:

Full Time: 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. The balance of face-to-face and remote work schedule for this position will be discussed at the time of hire.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $60,000 ANNUAL (12 months)
Depending on Qualifications
The anticipated salary range for this position is $60,000 - $81,650. Starting salary will depend on experience and qualifications and may be higher for extremely well-qualified candidates.

Employees in this position can expect to receive benefits such as generous vacation, holidays, and paid time off; competitive insurances and savings accounts; retirement benefits. Benefits information can be found at (https://hr.wisc.edu/benefits/).

Additional Information:

The selected applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position.

The ability to listen, understand and communicate information and ideas effectively in writing, over the phone or in person is required. Excellent time management skills and ability to manage multiple projects despite interruptions are required. The ability to work independently or collaboratively is required. High attention to detail and ability to assess/recommend ways to improve processes are required.

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. You will also be asked to provide contact information for three (3) references, including your current/most recent supervisor during the application process. References will not be contacted without prior notice.

Contact:

Calleen Roper
croper@medicine.wisc.edu
608-262-8108
Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Post-AwardSPGCAccountDept/Cent(SC024)

Department(s):

A53-MEDICAL SCHOOL/MEDICINE/MEDICINE

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

293441-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.

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

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