Temporary Research Assistant
About The Position
The Department of Radiology includes more than 80 full-time faculty members, clinical associates, advanced practice providers, and postdoctoral researchers. The Department of Radiology provides clinical services for the UCM Medical Center in Hyde Park, and Radiology Services at multiple locations in the Chicago and Chicagoland area. A tradition of excellence in patient care, basic, clinical, and translational sciences, combined with the strengths of one of the world's top academic institutions provides the foundation for a robust career in the University of Chicago Medical System. The University of Chicago Medicine is a Level 1 Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Care Center, and a referral center for numerous neurologic and otolaryngologic disorders. Job Summary: The Temporary Research Assistant's principal contribution is to perform routine or standardized laboratory or administrative duties and to collect routine data in support of research projects under direct supervision. Collects and enters data. The incumbent must be paid hourly and needs to complete a timecard or track hours in UC Time. The salary range for this position is $16.60 - $26.00 per hour. This assignment cannot exceed twelve months or 1,000 hours.
Requirements
- Basic knowledge in the relevant scientific field required.
- Ability to learn new research techniques or methods.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.
Nice To Haves
- A bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the research being conducted is preferred.
- One year of relevant research experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assists with developing data collection tools, managing data files, and providing general administrative support.
- Assists lab members in preparing and conducting experiments.
- Follows established procedures and protocols, and assists the supervisor with research projects.
- Conducts literature searches for the related research projects.
- Organizes project-related materials in the relevant electronic database.
- Carries out all the required research tasks, experiments, studies, and activities in the assigned research projects.
- Attends all required working group and research meetings.
- Assists the PI in all research activities and required research tasks whenever needed.
- Provides technical and administrative support for a research project.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- This position is not eligible for benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
