Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Research Nurse

Join the University of Wisconsin Madison as a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Research Nurse in Madison, Dane County. This full‑time regular academic staff role offers a salary of $56,376 per year and supports cutting‑edge pediatric clinical research.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and conduct research studies within the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) under the direction of principal investigators.
• Recruit, consent, and enroll neonatal participants and maintain accurate study documentation.
• Collect, process, and manage clinical data and biological samples while ensuring compliance with IRB and HIPAA regulations.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, nurses, and laboratory staff to ensure protocol adherence.
• Monitor patient safety, report adverse events, and contribute to data analysis and manuscript preparation.
• Provide training and mentorship to research assistants, students, and other staff members.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Current RN license in Wisconsin.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing or related field; Master’s preferred.
• Minimum 2 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in NICU or pediatric settings.
• Experience with clinical research procedures, Good Clinical Practice (GCP), and regulatory compliance.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency with electronic data capture systems (e.g., REDCap, Epic) and Microsoft Office suite.

Benefits & Salary

Annual salary: $56,376. Competitive benefits package includes health, dental, vision, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and professional development opportunities.

How to Apply

Current UW employees should log in to Workday and apply via the internal application process. External candidates can submit their application through the UW Madison careers portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

What qualifications are required for the NICU Research Nurse role?

A Wisconsin RN license, a BSN (or higher), at least 2 years of NICU or pediatric nursing experience, and familiarity with clinical research regulations.

Is this position open to candidates outside the University of Wisconsin system?

Yes, external candidates can apply through the UW Madison careers portal, while current UW employees should use Workday for internal applications.

What is the annual salary and benefits package?

The role offers a salary of $56,376 per year plus a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, tuition assistance, and professional development.