Visiting Research Associate I (63% FTE) - Div of Academic Internal Medicine and Geriatrics

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 27, 2025
Visiting Research Associate I (63% FTE) - Div of Academic Internal Medicine and Geriatrics Visiting Research Associate I (63% FTE) - Div of Academic Internal Medicine and Geriatrics Hiring Department: Department of Medicine Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1030949 Posting Close Date: April 9, 2025 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $34,650 to $37,800. 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. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary The Visiting Research Associate I performs research functions within the Vitoux Program on Clinical Research for Equitable Health. The position will meet the human subject research and intervention objectives of the Vitoux Program. This is a part-time 63% FTE position. Duties & Responsibilities Under the direction of the supervising Research Specialist, this position will fulfill research coordination and health coaching responsibilities in two NIH-funded clinical trials (PIVOT and ALOHA). The primary duties will include research participant recruitment and follow-up, data collection, entry and processing, and managing participant scheduling and payments. The role also will assist with the development, implementation, and refinement of research intervention processes and procedures as well as intervention data collection processes. This role may help coordinate the ordering, inventory, and maintenance of equipment, instruments, and data collection and analysis tools. This position conducts research according to study protocols that investigate lifestyle and behavioral health interventions for adults with chronic diseases. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required. Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices and procedures. Entry level knowledge of research methods. 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 https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14370?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-cc123ba2c0a4b045b878ae6b7559cab9