Research Coordinator

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Research Coordinator will assist with day to day operations of funded projects that involve working with LGBTQ and criminal justice involved (CJI) individuals. They will oversee several research projects with some oversight from the Research Manager and the Director of Research. The candidate will be expected to actively pursue required knowledge and skills for professional development; and stay informed about the NIH and CDC regulations and requirements. The candidate will report to the Director of Research. Funded projects include COVID testing, HIV care, PrEP care, network science, substance use. This position is grant funded.

Requirements

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Applications, including but not limited to Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical skills.
Ability to work on multiple projects.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Previous research experience.
Experience working with individuals who identify as gender or sexual minorities.
Demonstrated effective leadership and teaching skills.
Strong organizational skills.
Strong knowledge of program subject matter.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Flexibility.
Creativity.
Ability to manage stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research.
Ability to perform phlebotomy or a willingness to be trained in phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

Supporting recruitment, screening for eligibility, consenting community members.
Delivering assessments, interventions, controls.
Supporting data entry and analysis
Offering referrals to service programming when appropriate.
Conducting literature reviews, support manuscript, and grant writing.
May engage in data management and analysis.
Oversee day to day research project operations.
Assist with day to day operations of CDC and NIH funded projects.
Coordinate multiple related projects to ensure optimal recruitment, enrollment and fidelity to the complex requirements of study participation and follow-up counseling.
Assist with the development of study protocols, survey instruments, and maintenance of databases.
Support evening and weekend events for when research is requested on site.
Assists with and performs various administrative and operational tasks under direct supervision.
Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.
Performs other related work as needed.