Department

BSD IPP–NPH

About the Department

The Institute for Population and Precision Health (IPPH), located in the Biological Sciences Division, integrates a wide spectrum of factors such as human health behaviors, environmental factors, social and economic factors, policies and genetic determinants of health, into studies focused on the treatment and prevention of disease, as well as the maintenance of wellness. Leveraging and integrating the University of Chicago’s considerable institutional strength in population science with research spanning diverse fields such as genetic medicine, cancer epidemiology, microbiome, and epigenomics, the Institute will have the common goal of improving human health outcomes. Another major goal of the Institute will be to develop a new multidisciplinary training program to equip researchers with emerging tools and methods to conduct precision health research within a population health framework. Our faculty lead research projects in biostatistics, epidemiology and health services research and participate in interdisciplinary teams with faculty in other departments to address complex problems in health and healthcare, in our communities and around the globe.
This at-will position is wholly or partially 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.

Job Summary

The job performs routine assignments related to the documentation and reporting of basic clinical studies. Supports decisions that impact clinical research conducted across the University.

The job provides technical support activities, compiles, documents, analyses, and reports on clinical research data. Provides input to support the strategic, administrative, operational, and financial decisions that impact clinical research conducted across the University.

Responsibilities

• Coordination and quality control for observational and interventional, including both clinic and community-based studies, within the Institute for Population and Precision Health.

• This may include oversight of the collection of clinical data, survey data, environmental data, and associated samples and biospecimens.

• Assist with subject engagement, screening, recruitment, consent, data and specimen collection, and subject follow-up and retention activities.

• Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data; &/or preparing basic charts & graphs.

• Monitor study participants, schedule, and conduct study-related procedures (eg. interviews, phlebotomies, and follow-ups) and establish data quality control checks).

• Work with the Research Manager in the planning, development, and evaluation of day-to-day research activities.

• Coordination of data acquisition, entry, QC, and query response.

• Performs other related work as needed.

• Provide leadership and organization in the clinic and community settings for the Research Assistant team.

• Ensure that the team functions in a manner that supports the highest quality population research.

• Assists the Research Manager with on-boarding and training new Research Assistants.

• Accountable for all tasks in basic clinical studies.

• Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under direct supervision.

• Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.

• Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Degree in related field.

Experience:

• 1-3 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to train others.

• Knowledge in relevant scientific field of nutrition research.

• Knowledge of research techniques of methods.

• Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.

• Excellent problem problem-solving skills and analytic skills.

• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

• Verbal and written communication skills.

• Analytical skills required.

• Problem-solving skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

• Ability to offer leadership to frontline research staff.

Working Conditions

• Office, clinic, and community setting.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

Yes

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00

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

Yes

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.

Posting Statement

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