Research Study Assistant - Chicago, United States - Northwestern University

Northwestern University

Verified Company

Chicago, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

We are seeking to hire a Research Study Assistant to support the Childhood Activities and Nutrition and Development Oversight (CAN DO) Study, a randomized control trial which aims to explore early infant introduction of peanut and other common food allergens (egg, wheat, cashew, and walnut) in the US and the impact of early introduction on food allergy development between ages 1-3.

Over 1,500 infants will be enrolled from diverse pediatric practices in Chicago.

Specific Responsibilities:

Technical

Recruits study participants.
Reviews & obtains informed consent.
Schedules study visits with participants.
Conducts interviews.
Collects survey data.
Reviews medical records.
Consults with nurses & physicians to determine pretreatment & eligibility requirements of protocol from completion to registration of participants.
Facilitates communication with key personnel & participants to maintain project study flow.

Administration

Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data; &/or preparing basic charts & graphs.
Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.

Finance

May process reimbursements for travel expenses.
Monitors & distributes petty cash.

Supervision

May train other research staff to interview/test participants.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
(Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

Successful completion of a full 4year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must recertify every 3 years.

Minimum Competencies:
(Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to collaborate with professionals.
Proven ability to perform in highpressure situations
Strong organizational skills
Highly reliable team player

Preferred Qualifications:
(Education and experience)

Experience recruiting research participants
Experience using EPIC

Preferred Competencies:
(Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

Interest in food allergy research
Target hiring range for this position will be between $16.55 to $20.69 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data_.

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