Northwestern University · 1 day ago
Research Study Assistant
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.18/hr - $20.59/hr
0+ years expNorthwestern University is a prestigious institution seeking a Research Study Assistant to support biomedical and social-behavioral research. The role involves recruiting study participants, conducting interviews, collecting data, and maintaining detailed records while adhering to regulatory guidelines.
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Responsibilities
Recruits study participants
Reviews & obtains informed consent
Schedules study visits with participants
Conducts interviews
Scores test results
Collects survey data
Reviews medical records
Consults with nurses & physicians to determine pretreatment & eligibility requirements of protocol from completion to registration of participants
Facilitates communication with key personnel & participants to maintain project study flow
Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data; &/or preparing basic charts & graphs
Performs scientific literature searches in support of research
Completes portions of grant applications &/or documents associated with current local, state, & federal regulatory guidelines, requirements, laws & research protocols
May process reimbursements for travel expenses
Monitors & distribute petty cash
Processes invoices &/or purchase requisitions
Coordinates fund distribution among multiple sponsors and clinical sites
May train other research staff to interview/test participants
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in a social or health science + no experience or 2 years practical research study or related experience is required
Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every 3 years
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development
Variety of tools and resources for professional growth
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Northwestern University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (325)
2024 (308)
2023 (280)
2022 (282)
2021 (184)
2020 (155)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$98.02MKey Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
Interim President
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