Job Description
Research Specialist - Social Sciences (Internal Search Only) Research Specialist - Social Sciences (Internal Search Only) Hiring Department : Institute of Health Research and Policy
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1030825
Posting Close Date : March 21, 2025
Salary: $78,000 - $80,000
About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent 'Best Colleges' rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
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Position Summary
This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret projects specifically related to geriatric research aims. Performs complex data collection and study methods.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Develop and collaborate on study instrumentation best used in collecting, processing and analyzing data, summarizing the results of the research and test results specifically related to geriatric research project aims.
- Oversee data collection and management of REDCap projects. Check and back-up all study related data according to research protocols.
- Provide training to current and new team members on various topics including research design and utilization of data management techniques to ensure data integrity across various studies.
- Develop and write manuscripts to peer reviewed journals and present at various national conferences as directed by the Principal Investigator.
- Assist with study protocol design and development and continually review and update procedures, as needed throughout the lifecycle of the project.
- Replicate, refine and add new research approaches based on project needs. Test, customize and implement new methods and procedures to meet the aims of the study.
- Contribute to the findings of the research team, prepare results from specific data analysis and assist in writing the summaries to publications, papers, presentations, grants, and other documents for dissemination.
- Assist principal investigator in grant and manuscript submission and assist in seeking new funding opportunities to provide consistency and growth to the research portfolio.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required
- A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
- Possesses and applies advanced knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods
- Attention to detail, organization, writing, and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in statistical software programs (e.g., Stata, SAS, R) to manage and analyze data.
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a multi-disciplinary team, written and verbal.
- Management of REDCap and InfoReady platforms are a plus.
- Mixed methods research experience (surveys, interviews, focus groups).
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's or PhD in public health or other related fields. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation To apply, visit Copyright 2024 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency
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The University of Illinois Chicago is the city’s largest university and its only public Carnegie Research 1 institution. Its 16 academic colleges serve close to 34,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. UIC is recognized as one of the best public universities and one of the most ethnically rich and culturally diverse campuses in the nation, located in the heart of Chicago, it is an integral part of the city's educational, technological and cultural fabric.
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