Clinical Research Coordinator 2, MOSAAIC Study for Asian Americans

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The University of Chicago’s Institute for Population and Precision Health (IPPH) is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator 2 to support federally funded population health research, primarily the Multi-ethnic Observational Study in American Asian and Pacific Islander Communities (MOSAAIC). MOSAAIC is an NHLBI-funded epidemiological cohort study addressing cardiovascular, metabolic, pulmonary, and mental health research gaps for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. The University of Chicago is one of five national clinical and community field centers, with a goal of enrolling 2,000 Chicago-area participants through community outreach, mobile data collection, clinical phenotyping, and biospecimen collection. The study covers health domains including heart health, diabetes, lung health, and mental health, as well as social determinants such as environmental exposures and access to care. The coordinator supports the full research lifecycle across MOSAAIC and related IPPH studies, including participant recruitment and retention, IRB compliance, data and specimen collection, quality control, and milestone reporting. The role works closely with Scientific Directors and the Research Manager to advance research that promotes health equity and reduces disparities in historically underrepresented populations. The position is at-will and wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding; continued employment depends on continued receipt of grant funds and satisfactory performance. The role is accountable for tasks in moderately complex clinical studies and performs professional, organizational, and operational work under moderate supervision. It facilitates daily study activities and coordinates the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples with limited to moderate independence. The position is based in office, clinic, and community settings. Some evening and weekend hours may be required to accommodate community clinic visits and participant scheduling.

Requirements

College or university degree in a related field.
2–5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Knowledge and skills to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples with limited to moderate independence.
Some evening and weekend hours may be required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in public health, epidemiology, or a related field.
Experience coordinating observational and/or interventional clinical research studies, including in clinic-based and community-based settings.
Prior work on multi-site, federally funded, or industry/pharmaceutical-sponsored research studies; international study experience is a plus.
Experience with IRB submissions, amendments, continuing reviews, and related regulatory documentation.
Experience conducting or supporting interviews, phlebotomy, and structured follow-up assessments.
Experience developing and maintaining data collection instruments, case report forms (CRFs), and data quality control processes, including query identification and response.
Experience with electronic data capture (EDC) systems and data entry, acquisition, and quality control workflows.
Experience contributing to study reports, manuscripts, presentations, or curricular and outreach materials related to research.
Prior work in population health, precision health, epidemiology, or a closely related research environment.
Familiarity with research coordination in an academic medical center or research institute.
Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) guidelines and experience supporting program audits or regulatory inspections.
Working knowledge of nutrition science and its application to clinical research.
Knowledge of clinical research techniques, methodologies, and procedures.
Strong data management skills and attention to detail; familiarity with GCP; extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; understanding of federal research regulations and human research protections; ability to participate in protocol review and evaluate clinical trials.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and ability to assess complex research issues and identify solutions.
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage time efficiently, meet deadlines, maintain strong organizational skills, work independently, and learn new skills.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing, follow instructions, and comprehend complex technical and clinical documents.
Ability to develop and manage interpersonal relationships, collaborate with faculty and clinical research infrastructure, and work effectively independently or as part of a team.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to train, mentor, and develop frontline research staff while promoting protocol adherence, quality standards, and operational objectives.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage quality control for observational and interventional studies, including clinic- and community-based studies, within IPPH.
Support operational execution of multi-institutional and some international studies, including federally funded and pharmaceutical-sponsored studies.
Oversee collection of clinical, survey, and environmental data, as well as associated samples and biospecimens.
Manage IRB submissions, amendments, and continuing reviews; develop and refine data collection instruments; ensure accurate implementation and staff protocol compliance; and report milestones, progress, successes, and challenges to study leadership.
Coordinate participant screening, recruitment, informed consent, data and specimen collection, longitudinal follow-up, and retention strategies.
Monitor participants, schedule and conduct study procedures such as interviews, phlebotomies, and follow-ups, and establish data quality control checks.
Work with Scientific Directors and the Research Manager in research planning, development, and evaluation.
Coordinate data acquisition, entry, quality control, and query response to ensure timely, accurate data flow in compliance with protocols and sponsor or regulatory requirements.
Assist with developing new projects and preparing study reports and manuscripts for publication.
Assist with preparing research presentations, media, and curricular materials.
Perform patient data retrieval, document clinical research records, and participate in program audits.
Contribute to problem-solving for assigned studies and tasks.
Perform other related work as needed.