Research Specialist

University of Wisconsin-Madison

. Work with Dr. Chui at the School of Nursing and collaborate with Dr. Olayinka Shiyanbola’s research team at the University of Michigan . Support federally funded projects focused on improving medication outcomes .

Posted 11/11/2026part-timeMadison • Wisconsin • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $46,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting research focused on medication outcomes and chronic care management for older adults, while effectively collaborating with community organizations and research teams. Proficient in data analysis, literature review, and maintaining research protocols in a healthcare setting.

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Bilingual In English And SpanishExperience With Hispanic CommunitiesResearch Electronic Data Capture (REDCap)Institutional Review Boards ExperienceBachelor's Degree

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisResearch MethodologyLiterature ReviewReport WritingOperational Guidance

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunity EngagementCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeResearch Equipment Maintenance

Certifications & Qualifications

HIPAA Training

Industry Keywords

Chronic Medication Care ManagementBehavioral Clinical TrialsPatient-Centered InterventionsHealthcare SettingCommunity Healthcare Workers

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work with Dr. Chui at the School of Nursing and collaborate with Dr. Olayinka Shiyanbola’s research team at the University of Michigan
Support federally funded projects focused on improving medication outcomes
Support chronic medication care management research for older adults
Support behavioral clinical trials examining psychosocial and sociocultural factors influencing medication-taking behaviors
Test patient-centered interventions involving peer support persons and community healthcare workers
Provide operational guidance on day-to-day activities of unit or program staff and/or student workers
Perform literature reviews and write reports
Operate, clean, and maintain research equipment and research areas; track inventory and place replenishment orders
Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with community organizations and research partners, including pharmacies, churches, community centers, senior centers, and clinics, to promote study participation
Review, analyze, and interpret data and document results for presentations and reporting
Conduct research experiments according to established protocols; collect data and monitor test results
Participate in developing, interpreting, and implementing research methodology and materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bilingual in English and Spanish, both written and spoken
At least two years of working with Hispanic communities through community engagement or partnership
Valid driver's license
Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Must complete HIPAA training as part of orientation
Employment is conditional on a Pre-hire Driver Authorization Check
Experience using Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) application (preferred)
Demonstrated experience designing and formatting professional quality written documents and visual materials in Microsoft Office products (preferred)
Experience with Institutional Review Boards and human subjects’ research (preferred)
Experience working in a healthcare setting (preferred)
Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time off
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Tax-advantaged savings accounts
Participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund
University Car Fleet usage may be approved for required travel
Potential extension or conversion to an ongoing appointment based on program/project needs and/or funding availability