Department
BSD MED - Infectious Diseases - Chicago Center HIV Elimination - Health Care
About the Department
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Manages all aspects of conducting research including: protocol development for the following tasks: screening, enrollment, subject follow-up, completion of the case report form, and adverse event reports.
Coordinate the conduct of the study from startup through closeout.
Educates community members about study procedures to be performed, visit schedule, what to report between and during visits, and the risks and benefits of the procedures.
Performs assessments at visits and monitors for adverse events.
Organizes and attends site visits from sponsors and other relevant study meetings.
Supports recruitment and oversight of community advisory board for relevant projects.
Protect community members and data confidentiality by ensuring security of research data and personal health information and compliance with federal regulations and sponsor protocols.
Maintains accurate and complete records which may include, but are not limited to, signed informed consent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation, Case Report Forms (CRF's), and study related communication.
Understand the IRB submission and review process and when and how to apply for IRB review, including facilitation of study initiation through meticulous and timely preparation of IRB submissions independently.
Ensure compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.
May prepare and maintain protocol submissions and revisions.
Performs for all tasks in complex clinical studies.
Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
Experience:
Clinical or public health research experience.
Experience coordinating multiple studies (e.g., investigator initiated, multi-site trials).
Preferred Competencies
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.
Ability and/or willingness to provide HIV/STI treatment, education, and prevention in nontraditional settings (community venues).
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.
Proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research.
Ability to work on multiple projects.
Ability to adapt to dynamic clinical environments such as the emergency department and work with flexible schedules.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
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