University of Chicago - Chicago, IL

posted 13 days ago

Full-time - Entry Level
Chicago, IL
Educational Services

About the position

The Research Project Coordinator will support the physician investigator and research team in executing grant-funded projects focused on inhaler education for COPD patients and evaluating novel training tools. This role involves coordinating project activities, managing workflows, and ensuring compliance with research protocols while maintaining relationships with community partners.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitates and coordinates project activities and plays a critical role in the conduct of projects.
  • Executes research and advocacy projects and performs complex research-related duties and tasks.
  • Manages the day-to-day activities and overall workflow of projects.
  • Maintains a working knowledge of all project components and initiatives.
  • Performs literature reviews and policy searches.
  • Builds data collection instruments and databases.
  • Coordinates various aspects of projects, including recruiting participants and collecting data.
  • Conducts interviews and focus groups, analyzing qualitative and quantitative data as necessary.
  • Assists with data organization and cleaning.
  • Assists with policy and advocacy efforts.
  • Works independently and within teams, including university and community partners.
  • Maintains working relationships with collaborative community and research partners.
  • Maintains secure shared files for project documents and data management.
  • Assists with preparing research findings for reports and presentations.
  • Contributes to project dissemination, including abstracts, presentations, and manuscripts.
  • Maintains accurate and complete records.
  • Understands the IRB submission and review process to assist with protocol submissions and revisions.
  • Protects data confidentiality and ensures compliance with federal regulations.
  • Provides other research and general administrative support as assigned.
  • Coordinates and may participate in quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors or federal agencies.
  • Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets and progress reports.
  • Performs other related work as needed.

Requirements

  • Minimum college or university degree in a related field.
  • Relevant research experience, particularly in health services or community-oriented research.
  • Demonstrated computer literacy and skills for effective use of managerial and administrative applications.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
  • Working knowledge of database software (REDCap) and data analysis software (SAS, STATA, or R).

Nice-to-haves

  • Advanced degree in a related field.
  • Experience in health services research or community-oriented projects.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Professional development opportunities
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