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    Research Coordinator - Illinois, United States - University of Chicago

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    Description
    Department

    BSD MED - Infectious Diseases - Chicago Center HIV Elimination - Research

    About the Department


    This role will be housed in southern Illinois, specifically Murphysboro and Marion, IL to support projects off campus in rural sites, but will be embedded as part of the research programming for The Chicago Center of HIV Elimination (CCHE).

    The CCHE is located within the University of Chicago's main campus.

    The CCHE collaborates with multiple partners across the state, including community-based organizations, local health departments and jails to implement research on HIV, hepatitis, sexually transmitted diseases, and COVID-19, particularly in vulnerable populations including people who use drugs in rural areas and those with criminal legal experience.

    Annual travel to Chicago may be required for initial onboarding and project retreats.

    Job Summary


    The Research Coordinator will assist with day-to-day operations of funded projects that involve working with individuals with substance use engaging in harm reduction services.

    They will oversee several research projects with some oversight from the Research Manager and the Director of Research.

    The candidate will be expected to actively pursue required knowledge and skills for professional development; and stay informed about the NIH and CDC regulations and requirements.

    The candidate will report to the Director of Research.

    Funded projects include substance use, viral hepatitis and HIV prevention and care, HIV care, PrEP care, network science, and harm reduction.

    This position is grant funded.

    Responsibilities


    • Supporting recruitment, screening for eligibility, consenting community members.
    • Delivering assessments, interventions, controls.
    • Performing Interviews.
    • Compiling progress reports and documenting study procedures/methods.
    • Supporting data entry and analysis.
    • Offering referrals to service programming when appropriate.
    • Conducting literature reviews, support manuscript, and grant writing.
    • Depending on skill set, may engage in data management and analysis.
    • Oversee day to day research project operations.
    • Assist with day to day operations of CDC and NIH funded projects that involve working with individuals with substance use, criminal legal involvement, and infectious diseases.
    • Coordinate multiple related projects to ensure optimal recruitment, enrollment and fidelity to the complex requirements of study participation and follow-up counseling.
    • Assist with the development of study protocols, survey instruments, and maintenance of databases.
    • Support evening and weekend events for when research is requested on site.
    • Prepares for or participate in quality assurance audits conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
    • Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
    • 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 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

    * Certifications:* Preferred Qualifications


    Education:

    • Bachelors degree in a related field.

    Experience:

    • Previous research experience.
    • Experience working with individuals who identify as gender or sexual minorities.

    Technical Skills or Knowledge:

    • Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, Access and Word.
    Preferred Competencies


    • Demonstrated effective leadership and teaching skills.
    • Strong knowledge of program subject matter.
    • Willingness to attend necessary orientation and trainings through Chicago.
    • Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
    • Flexibility.
    • Creativity.
    • Ability to manage stressful situations.
    • Ability to maintain confidentiality.
    • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
    • Ability and/or willingness to provide HIV/STI treatment, education, and prevention in non-traditional settings (community venues).
    • Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
    • Work in community-based settings and program office.
    Application Documents


    • Resume (required)
    • Cover Letter (required)


    When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

    Job Family

    Research

    Role Impact

    Individual Contributor

    FLSA Status

    Non-Exempt

    Pay Frequency

    Biweekly

    Scheduled Weekly Hours

    20

    Benefits Eligible

    Yes

    Drug Test Required

    No

    Health Screen Required

    No

    Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

    No

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    The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

    For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.


    Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.


    We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.

    All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.

    Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.


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