Research Associate I - Family and Community Medicine

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Jan 23, 2025
Research Associate I - Family and Community Medicine Research Associate I - Family and Community Medicine Hiring Department: Family and Community Medicine Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1028812 Posting Close Date: February 14, 2025 Salary: The budgeted salary for this position is $46,000 to $56,000 annually. The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary This position conducts research by preparing literature reviews and grant submissions and assisting with data collection, coding, cleaning, and descriptive results. This position is specific to cancer survivorship, digital health interventions, and health promotion (diet, physical activity) research. It includes pre- and post-research activities. The candidate will help facilitate IRB approvals for research projects and grant submissions. The candidate will also assist in participant recruitment, screening, scheduling, testing, data collection, and analysis, as needed. Duties & Responsibilities Perform surveys, interviews, or other quantitative and qualitative methods according to established research protocols. Prepare data for analysis. Perform descriptive analysis and document results. May conduct literature searches. Maintain detailed records of results and prepare written reports. Maintain and process required paperwork and regulatory documents. Perform other related duties and participate in other projects as assigned. Additional Research Duties: Completes required documentation and complies with regulatory agencies through all stages of the research project. May assist with protocol development. Enters, organizes, and cleans data. Obtain consent from participants. Executes other miscellaneous details of the studies. Additional Communication Duties: Maintain open communication channels between the Principal Investigator(s) and the Institutional Review Board. Collaborate and maintain communication channels between the Principle Investigator(s) and technology partners. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in social sciences or related field required. Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices, and procedures. Entry-level knowledge of research methods. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in social sciences or public health. Knowledge of clinical trials, qualitative, and survey methodology concepts, practices, and procedures. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Looking for more University of Illinois positions? 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Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/13947?c=uic Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-6ed1507de06b2d4ebd5ff68c3d29067b