Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago · 2 months ago
Research Technician - L-1
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$19.23/hr - $26.44/hr
2+ years expThe Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago is dedicated to transformative discovery in psychiatric care. The Research Technician will support clinical research studies related to substance use, assisting the Principal Investigator with daily project operations for an NIH-funded trial.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Developing and disseminating study-specific advertisements, ensuring monthly recruiting and pacing goals are met
Screening and scheduling study participants
Conducting telephone and video-conferencing interviews with study applicants for eligibility determination and follow-up assessments
Provide quality assurance of all measures and incoming data
Coordinating study-related data management and organization according to lab-preferred guidelines
Conducting thorough literature reviews to inform project and protocol development
Overseeing preparation, storage, and inventory of lab biological samples, preparing shipments for both internal and external analyses
Managing study supply inventory and ordering
Creating subject mailings for materials related to their participation in the trial, including study medications and saliva drug screens
Summarizing and presenting on key study-related metrics (i.e. enrollment pacing, adverse events, etc.) at lab meetings
Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents
Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates
Performs other related work as needed
Qualification
Required
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 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Preferred
Working in a complex academic medical center
Excellent professional and written communication skills
Familiar with research studies
Proficiency in MS Excel and electronic data capture (e.g., Redcap)
Experience in coding and statistical programs (i.e. R, Python, Java, SPSS, STATA, etc.)
Experience in clinical interviewing and conducting experimental sessions in behavioral research
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Benefits
Health, retirement, and paid time off
Company
Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago
As part of the University of Chicago, the Biological Sciences Division (BSD) pursues globally impactful solutions to seemingly unsolvable challenges.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase