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Lactation Consultant
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Lactation Consultant to provide breastfeeding and breast milk pumping guidance and education to participants involved in lactation clinical trials within Clinical Pharmacology.
Responsibilities
- Provide lactation support and education to study participants in accordance with research protocols.
- Assist with recruitment, screening, and enrollment of participants for lactation-related studies.
- Collect and document clinical data, including breast milk samples and participant-reported outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in source documents.
- Collaborate with investigators, research coordinators, and clinical teams to ensure protocol adherence.
- Participate in the development and refinement of study protocols and educational materials.
- Ensure compliance with FDA, GCP, and ICH regulations.
- Maintain a safe working environment and ensure safe practices are followed.
- Serve as an educational resource and instructor/trainer for staff.
Essential Skills
- Certified as an International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC).
- Current licensure as required.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing, Public Health, or a related field; RN or advanced degree preferred.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in providing lactation support and education.
- Familiarity with clinical data collection and documentation.
Work Environment
The work environment is a Phase I Healthy Volunteers Clinic located in Madison, WI. The Lactation Consultant will initially come onsite for training on the research protocol and unit. Subsequently, the consultant will visit the site for 1-2 hours during each group check-in, address any pumping concerns, and be available for any issues that arise during or after the study. Scheduled check-in dates include specific afternoons in January, February, March, and April 2026.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of Madison, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $40.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Madison,WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Dec 4, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $35 - $40