Visiting Research Specialist - Division of Academic Internal Medicine and Geriatrics
University of Illinois - Chicago
Application
Details
Posted: 27-Nov-24
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: 5831115
Visiting Research Specialist - Division of Academic Internal Medicine and Geriatrics
Visiting Research Specialist - Division of Academic Internal Medicine and Geriatrics
Hiring Department: Department of Medicine
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1028434
Posting Close Date: December 10, 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.
Description:
Position Summary The Visiting Research Specialist leads and coordinates complex clinical research across multiple areas, including, but not limited to, lifestyle medicine, cardiometabolic health, respiratory health, and mental health.
Duties & Responsibilities
Oversee, manage, and troubleshoot the processes and procedures for participant recruitment and retention pipeline to ensure fidelity to research protocol and high data quality.
Oversee, manage, and implement biospecimen protocols within the overall scope of the research project.
Manage and maintain accurate study records as well as updates on the study protocol and Manual of Procedures.
Oversee, manage, and coordinate participant payments.
Train and supervise junior staff and student research interns on day-to-day project needs.
Assist PI with the evaluation and monitoring of study progress and timeline.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required. Master's degree in social science preferred.
A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
Possesses and applies advanced knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods
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