Research Analyst
University of Chicago
Department
BSD PED - Developmental Behavioral Pediatrics - Msall Lab
About the Department
Job Summary
The Research Analyst will work in coordination with a Primary Investigator in the Section of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics and will provide administrative, technical and translation support for various research projects related to life course outcomes after prematurity, lived life experiences for teens and adults with early onset neurodevelopmental disorders including cerebral palsy, intellectual disability, autism spectrum, and complex ADHD. We seek a strong multi-tasker with excellent communication skills who will thrive in a dynamic project-based environment.
Primary responsibilities include organization of research data, quality assurance of data collection, research activity reporting, maintaining research protocols and other duties assigned.
This one-year, at-will position is wholly funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.
Responsibilities
Prepares and organizes research materials for partner organizations.
Curates and configures research materials including digital devices, tools, and assessments.
Oversees communication with research participants.
Supports development of ongoing research projects.
Supports logistics of implementing all data collection in the field.
Cleans, formats and audit data files.
Transcribes and codes qualitative data.
Monitors and reports on the progress of research projects.
Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University.
Experience:
1 year of work experience in pediatric research.
Preferred Competencies
Basic competency with SPSS statistical or similar software.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
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