CORE CENTER RESEARCH STUDY COORDINATOR

Cook County Health; Illinois; On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

Life Insurance

Pension Plan

Deferred Compensation Program

Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time

Job summary

Cook County Health is seeking a Research Study Coordinator to manage day-to-day operations of clinical studies at the CORE Center. You will recruit and screen participants, obtain consent, and coordinate study activities under the guidance of the Principal Investigator.

This grant-funded role requires GCP/HSP training, FDA/State guidelines, and experience with medical technology. You will handle data entry, shipping of dangerous goods, and foster timely data submission in a diverse patient

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university is required (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview).
• One (1) year of experience working in a clinical research or public health setting is required
• Experience preparing shipments of dangerous goods is required
• Experience and knowledge working with medical technology is required
• Must have complete Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) training is required
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) is required

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and schedules participant research visits.
• Obtains consent from research participants and ensures participants understand the protocol and what is expected of them while participating.
• Administers interviewer study questionnaires and or interviews.
• Obtains and maintain familiarity and working relationships with an interpreter to support documentation translation services for the purpose of assuring language needs are met for patients contemplating participation in research.
• Completes study protocol procedures according to study specific operating requirements.
• Ensures integrity of data entry, edits, and storage per study protocol.
• Facilitates the collection of medical records per study protocol.
• Coordinates with the research team to facilitate timely data collection and submission.
• Responsible for retention efforts and retaining participants on study, according to the visit schedule set forth by the protocol.
• Prepares shipments of dangerous goods according to relevant guidelines.
• Remains current and updated on relevant State and Federal research guidelines and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Microsoft Office

GCP training

HSP training

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

LOCATION: RUTH ROTHSTIEN CORE CENTER

DEPARTMENT: CORE RESEARCH - Grant 2026 CCH CTN 0152 Evaluation of Tirzepatide

SHIFT: 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM

POSTING SALARY: $61,730 - $69,864 Yearly

This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.

JOB SUMMARY: NON-UNION

The CORE Center Research Study Coordinator (Coordinator) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of clinical research studies. The Coordinator will recruit and screen new study participants and complete all protocol required activities. Works closely with the Principal Investigator to implement and administer all study related questionnaires and/or interviews, study driven procedures, and maintenance of research subject database. This is a grant-funded position. The Grant 2026 CCH CTN 0152 Evaluation of Tirzepatide will expire on August 31, 2028, with the potential to be renewed.

Typical Duties

• Coordinates and schedules participant research visits.
• Obtains consent from research participants and ensures participants understand the protocol and what is expected of them while participating.
• Administers interviewer study questionnaires and or interviews.
• Obtains and maintain familiarity and working relationships with an interpreter to support documentation translation services for the purpose of assuring language needs are met for patients contemplating participation in research.
• Completes study protocol procedures according to study specific operating requirements.
• Ensures integrity of data entry, edits, and storage per study protocol.
• Facilitates the collection of medical records per study protocol.
• Coordinates with the research team to facilitate timely data collection and submission.
• Responsible for retention efforts and retaining participants on study, according to the visit schedule set forth by the protocol.
• Prepares shipments of dangerous goods according to relevant guidelines.
• Remains current and updated on relevant State and Federal research guidelines and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university is required (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview).
• One (1) year of experience working in a clinical research or public health setting is required
• Experience preparing shipments of dangerous goods is required
• Experience and knowledge working with medical technology is required
• Must have complete Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) training is required
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) is required

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a public facing research or health education role is preferred
• Understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research or work experience in public health, epidemiology, health promotion is preferred
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) concepts is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And Other Characteristics

• Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA and Regulatory requirements for health care research
• Knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and regulations governing human subject research
• Knowledge and understanding of medical terminology
• Excellent verbal, written communication, and interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with all levels of staff and a patient population composed of diverse cultures and age groups
• Ability to work well independently, complete projects in a timely manner, and prioritize multiple projects to ensure the completion of essential tasks by deadlines
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines in a fast paced and stressful environment
• Demonstrate attention to detail, accuracy, and precision

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified.

For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions.

VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ

When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service.

To Take Advantage Of This Preference a Veteran Must

Meet the minimum qualifications for the position.

• Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?”
• Attach a copy of their DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11). Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable.

OR

• A copy of a valid State ID Card or Driver’s License which identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing.

If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference

VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.

Benefits Package

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• Basic Term Life Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation Program
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
• You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)

For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link: http://www.cookcountyrisk.com/

Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States' territories and Canada must be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview.

• Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen.
• CCHHS is strictly prohibited from conditioning, basing or knowingly prejudicing or affecting any term or aspect of County employment or hiring upon or because of any political reason or factor.

COOK COUNTY HEALTH & HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Posting

Sep 10, 2026, 3:03:47 PM

Collective Bargaining Unit

NONE

Organization

Health and Hospital Systems