Research Associate II - Social Sciences

Research Associate II - Social Sciences

Hiring Department: Psychiatry

Location: 1747 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago, IL, 60608

Requisition ID: 1028428

Posting Close Date: 12/9/2024

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.

The Institute for Juvenile Research (IJR) in the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Research Associate II - Social Sciences to support several community-partnered research studies. The RA will work on various projects under the direction of multiple principal investigators within IJR. IJR's mission is to develop and promote effective policy and practices to prevent mental health difficulties and relieve the mental health burden of children and families living in high poverty urban communities through research, teaching, and direct service. Specifically, this position will help support the clinical trials division, with a focus on recruitment, data management, and participant assessments for studies centered around substance use disorders.

The successful candidate will be exceptionally detail oriented, possess strong oral and written communication skills, the ability to juggle multiple tasks and strong interpersonal skills. The Research Associate will follow established research protocols to recruit and consent participants; facilitate interventions; collect and manage quantitative and qualitative data, coordinate the maintenance of data collection and analysis tools; and maintain positive relationships with community partners. The candidate will also prepare research results for presentations and reports, with opportunities to contribute to publications, grants, and presentations. The candidate may perform other duties related to psychological research and participate in special projects as assigned.

Job Responsibilities (Essential Duties):

With guidance, training, and supervision from the Clinical Trials Manager, study project managers, and project PIs, candidates must be able to: perform surveys and interviews and follow established research protocols. They will also collect, process, and analyze data; summarize research and rest results; assist with study protocol development; participate in inventory tracking; and utilize analysis tools.

This candidate will prepare and contribute statistical data and pertinent information for papers, grants, and other documents. Complete required documentation for regulatory agencies. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

This job description reflects the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Nothing restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Job Knowledge & Skills, Education, Experience:

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required. A minimum of one-year related research experience. Knowledge of research concepts, practices, and procedures.

Benefits and Compensation:

The previously determined salary range for this position is $45,000.00 to $47,000.00.

We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications. The final salary will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Benefits - System Human Resource Services.
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