Research Technician - Chicago, United States - The University of Chicago

The University of Chicago

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Chicago, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

Department

BSD PSY - King Lab

About the Department

To honor our promise to always put our patients first and to be ever mindful of each patients dignity and individuality, we must also be at the forefront of transformative discovery and innovation in psychiatric care.

Job Summary

The Project Coordinator will function within a clinical research laboratory that conducts laboratory and clinical studies of tobacco, alcohol, and other substances.

The research program involves behavioral and pharmacological interventions, e-cigarette and smoking cue exposures, and smartphone-based ecological momentary assessment.

Overall, the project coordinator will assist the Principal Investigator in overseeing day-to-day research project operations for an NIH-funded trial testing a mobile health intervention for e-cigarette use and smoking.

Responsibilities:

Developing and disseminating studyspecific advertisements, ensuring monthly recruiting and pacing goals are met.
Screening and scheduling study participants.
Conducting telephone and videoconferencing interviews with study applicants for eligibility determination and followup assessments.
Provide quality assurance of all measures and incoming data.
Coordinating studyrelated data management and organization according to labpreferred guidelines.
Conducting thorough literature reviews to inform project and protocol development.
Overseeing preparation, storage, and inventory of lab biological samples, preparing shipments for both internal and external analyses.
Managing study supply inventory and ordering.
Summarizing and presenting on key studyrelated metrics (i.e. enrollment pacing, adverse events, etc.) at lab meetings.
Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

Work Experience:

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

Certifications:
Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

Working in a complex academic medical center.

Preferred Competencies- Excellent professional and written communication skills.- Familiar with research studies.- Proficiency in MS Excel and electronic data capture (e.g., Redcap).- Experience in coding and statistical programs (i.e.

R, Python, Java, SPSS, STATA, etc.).- Experience in clinical interviewing and conducting experimental sessions in behavioral research.- Strong verbal and written communication skills.- Excellent attention to detail.

Working Conditions- Ability to work independently.

Application Documents- Resume (required)- Cover Letter (required)

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency

Biweekly

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

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