Title: Research Services Manager Job Description: - Requisition Number: JR10011575 - Remote Type: Hybrid - Location: Madison, Wisconsin - Category: Research - Time Type: Part time The Lane Neuroimaging Lab is looking for a Research Services Manager. The Lane Lab is part of the Health Emotions Research Institute at the University of Wisconsin Department of Psychiatry, located in Research Park. The Research Services Manager supervises a team of two MRI technologists to complete research scanning using a 3.0T GE MRI that support the HERI research program. Additional Information: - This position is full or part-time, 75% - 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. - 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 every four years. Key Job Responsibilities: - Develops and facilitates research specific presentations to internal and external audiences - Serves as a subject matter expert and unit liaison. Provides updates on project components and timelines to stakeholders as needed - Develops operating policies and procedures to comply with regulations, institutional policies, and unit objectives - Assists with the development and auditing of project-specific budgets - Assists with the design, monitoring, and execution of project-specific experiments. Identifies and resolves technical issues - May direct the day-to-day activities of staff and resolve routine personnel issues Department: School of Medicine and Public Health, Department of Psychiatry, Lane Neuroimaging Lab The Department of Psychiatry at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is committed to basic and clinical research that furthers the understanding and development of new treatments for patients with mental illness, training the next generation of leaders, and providing excellent patient care to a broad range of patients. Compensation: The starting salary for the position is $65,449 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: - Minimum of 5 years of direct work experience in an MRI environment. Preferred Qualifications: - Experience working in a Research Imaging facility. Education: - Bachelor's Degree preferred 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 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.

Title: Senior Clinical Research Associate Location: United States Job Description: Piper Companies is seeking a Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) to support oncology clinical trials for a well-established organization within the clinical research industry. This Senior Clinical Research Associate (CRA) role is a 6-month remote contract (with extensions), full-service position with a preference for candidates located in the West or Central regions. This individual will play a critical role overseeing Phase II and Phase III oncology studies, often functioning as the primary CRA on assigned trials. Responsibilities of the Senior Clinical Research Associate include: - Independently manage site monitoring activities for Phase II and III oncology trials, including a combination of onsite and remote visits averaging 8-10 onsite days per month. - Serve as the primary clinical contact for assigned sites, building strong, long-term relationships and providing consistent support and guidance. - Ensure study conduct aligns with protocol requirements, GCP, ICH guidelines, and applicable regulatory standards. - Oversee site performance, data quality, and issue resolution while proactively identifying and mitigating risks. - Prepare accurate and timely monitoring documentation, including visit reports and follow-up communications. Qualifications for the Senior Clinical Research Associate include: - Minimum of 2+ years of oncology monitoring experience with current expectations of approximately 3 years of independent monitoring. - Hands-on experience supporting Phase II and Phase III clinical trials, ideally within a full-service model working with biotechnology clients. - Ability to operate autonomously, including serving as the sole CRA on a study and managing site relationships with minimal oversight. - Willingness and ability to travel regionally, reside within one hour of a major airport, and maintain required onsite visit expectations. - Bachelor's degree not required for senior-level consideration if equivalent clinical research experience can be demonstrated. Compensation for the Senior Clinical Research Associate: Salary: $155,000-$175,000/year (USD) Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and applicable paid leave Keywords: clinical research, clinical trials, CRA, oncology, GCP, ICH, regulatory compliance, site monitoring, CTMS, EDC, patient recruitment, protocol training, clinical documentation, data review, query resolution, clinical operations, FDA regulations, SOPs, quality oversight, risk-based monitoring, therapeutic areas.

Title : Clinical Research Associate Location: Madison United States Job Description: Piper Companies is actively seeking Clinical Research Associates to join a highly accredited CRO. This position is fully remote but does require travel 60-80% of the time regionally with the Midwest region. The Clinical Research Associate will take part in a very essential role in assisting the process of creating lifesaving drugs and treatments. Responsibilities of the Clinical Research Associate: - Oversee the development and execution of the clinical trial plans and protocols for Phase I-IV - Maintain documentation and data evaluations - Work collaboratively with the team to ensure monitoring activities meet study requirements - Conduct on site field evaluations Qualifications of the Clinical Research Associate: - Experience with Oncology as a therapeutic indication - 3+ years of clinical monitoring experience, specifically with Oncology - Experience with the FDA or similar Regulatory and Accrediting administrations - Bachelor's degree in one of the life sciences or related background Compensation for the Clinical Research Associate: - Salary Range: $120,000-$135,000 - Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k, and sick leave if required by law Keywords: Clinical Research Associate, CRA, BA, life sciences, clinical trials, phases, documentation, data, monitor, study, onsite, FDA, drugs, treatments, medical, dental, vision, 401k #LI-KI1 #LI-HYBRID

Role Description The Clinical Documentation Integrity DRG Downgrade Specialist is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and responding to payer‑initiated DRG downgrades. The role ensures accurate DRG assignment, protects revenue integrity, and supports compliant documentation practices through detailed review, appeal preparation, and performance tracking. The specialist serves as an effective change agent, acting as a resource and educator for providers and interdisciplinary care teams to improve documentation quality, coding accuracy, and audit readiness. Duties & Responsibilities - Analyze payer DRG downgrade notifications to determine validity based on ICD‑10‑CM/PCS coding guidelines, clinical indicators, and documentation sufficiency. - Conduct comprehensive medical record reviews to validate principal diagnosis, secondary diagnoses, procedures, MCC/CC capture, and DRG assignment accuracy. - Write clear, persuasive, evidence‑based appeal letters that incorporate clinical rationale, coding guidelines, and regulatory references to support the original DRG. - Submit appeals within required timelines and track each case through all stages of the appeal lifecycle, including initial review, reconsideration, and final determination. - Maintain detailed logs of downgrade cases, outcomes, appeal success rates, and turnaround times to support throughput monitoring, trend analysis, and performance reporting. - Identify patterns in payer downgrades and escalate systemic issues or documentation vulnerabilities to leadership. - Collaborate with internal teams and providers to clarify ambiguous documentation and ensure clinical specificity. - Identify documentation gaps or inconsistencies and provide targeted feedback to improve provider documentation practices. - Participate in internal audits, retrospective reviews, and quality assurance processes related to DRG validation, coding accuracy, and documentation completeness. - Assist in developing or refining documentation templates, provider education materials, and query processes to support ongoing CDI improvement. - Ensure all coding and documentation practices align with CMS regulations, AHA Coding Clinic guidance, and organizational compliance policies. - Stay current on payer audit trends, regulatory updates, DRG methodology changes, and emerging risk areas that may impact DRG assignment or audit outcomes. - Support compliance initiatives by identifying potential vulnerabilities and recommending corrective actions or process improvements. - Partner with internal teams to resolve complex DRG issues and ensure alignment across departments. - Participate in provider education sessions, meetings, and case reviews to promote accurate documentation and DRG integrity. - Communicate effectively with leadership regarding trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement in documentation and coding practices. - Serve as a subject‑matter expert for DRG downgrade processes, providing guidance and support to internal teams. - Other duties as assigned. - Use, protect and disclose patients’ protected health information (PHI) only in accordance with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) standards. - Understand and comply with Information Security and HIPAA policies and procedures at all times. - Limit viewing of PHI to the absolute minimum as necessary to perform assigned duties. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in Nursing required. - Minimum of 3 years of experience in an inpatient clinical documentation improvement role. - Minimum of 5 years nursing experience in adult acute care in medical/surgical, critical care, emergency, and/or PACU setting. - RN license required. - CCDS and/or CDIP required. - CCS or CIC certification required. - Demonstrated inpatient coding experience in an acute care setting. - Prior experience managing DRG downgrades, including appeal letter development. - Deep knowledge of ICD-10-CM/PCS, ICD-10 Official Coding Guidelines and both MS and APR DRG Reimbursement Systems. - Ability to interpret complex clinical documentation across multiple specialties. - Proficiency with EMR systems, encoder tools (e.g., 3M, Optum) and CDI workflow and reporting tools. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. - Strong interpersonal skills, ability to communicate well at all levels of the organization. - Strong problem solving and creative skills and the ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses. - High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency and results oriented. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills required. Working Conditions - Ability to work outside of normal business hours as needed. - Must possess a smart-phone or electronic device capable of downloading applications, for multifactor authentication and security purposes. Physical Demands - While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to move around the work area; sit; perform manual tasks; operate tools and other office equipment such as computer, computer peripherals and telephones; extend arms; kneel; talk and hear. Mental Demands - The employee must be able to follow directions, collaborate with others, and handle stress. Work Environment - The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal. Med-Metrix will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, veteran status, other non-merit based factors, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.