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    Research Technician - Chicago, United States - University of Chicago

    University of Chicago
    University of Chicago Chicago, United States

    1 week ago

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    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 study-specific advertisements, ensuring monthly recruiting and pacing goals are met.
    • Screening and scheduling study participants.
    • Conducting telephone and video-conferencing interviews with study applicants for eligibility determination and follow-up assessments.
    • Provide quality assurance of all measures and incoming data.
    • Coordinating study-related data management and organization according to lab-preferred 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.
    • Creating subject mailings for materials related to their participation in the trial, including study medications and saliva drug screens.
    • Summarizing and presenting on key study-related 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)


    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

    40

    Benefits Eligible

    Yes

    Drug Test Required

    No

    Health Screen Required

    No

    Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

    No

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    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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