Research Assistant-Endocrinology

Endeavor Health•Skokie, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Assistant supports and contributes to research initiatives within the hospital’s Research and Innovation department, helping advance medical research that can affect patient care and healthcare. The role is full-time and onsite in Skokie, Illinois, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule. The specific hours and flexible work schedule are not provided. The Research Assistant works with principal investigators and research teams to plan, design, and conduct studies and experiments; prepare and maintain laboratory equipment and research materials; collect, document, and analyze data; and support literature reviews, research protocols, proposals, grant applications, publications, and IRB submissions. The position also assists with participant recruitment and consent, maintains organized and confidential research records, and participates in research team meetings. Endeavor Health describes itself as a fully integrated healthcare delivery system serving more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. It has more than 25,000 team members, more than 6,000 physicians, over 300 ambulatory locations, and eight acute care hospitals.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Previous experience in a research role, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting, is advantageous; the posting also describes this experience as preferred.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree.
Previous experience in a research role, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with principal investigators and research teams to assist in planning, designing, and conducting research studies and experiments.
Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment, ensure that it functions properly and remains clean, and assist with procuring research supplies and materials.
Collect, record, and analyze research data using relevant techniques, instruments, and software while following established protocols and procedures.
Conduct literature reviews and assist with developing research protocols, grant applications, and publications.
Prepare laboratory reagents, tissue samples, and specimens, and ensure proper storage and documentation.
Assist with participant recruitment, consent processes, and data collection in compliance with ethical and regulatory standards.
Perform data entry, quality control, and statistical analysis, and generate data reports and graphical representations for research presentations.
Maintain accurate, organized research records in electronic and paper files, and protect data confidentiality and security.
Assist with preparing and submitting research proposals, grant applications, and Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions.
Participate in research team meetings, contribute to discussions, and stay informed about advancements in the field.