Research Assistant-OBGYN Generalist

1100 Endeavor Health Clinical Operations; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay for select positions

Annual increases based on performance

Career Pathways to Promote Growth

Medical, Dental, Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program

Savings Plan

Health Savings Account Options

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community Involvement Opportunities

Job summary

The Research Assistant – OBGYN Generalist position in Evanston, IL is a full-time, on-site role supporting active research programs across OBGYN with hands-on experience in clinical and health equity projects.

You will collaborate with investigators, recruit participants, administer surveys, obtain informed consent, and help with data entry, analysis, and reporting while safeguarding participant confidentiality and IRB compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Healthcare or hospital setting experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with principal investigators and research teams to support study execution across multiple departments.
• Recruit, screen, and engage research participants with clear communication and ethical standards.
• Administer surveys and collect patient-reported data in compliance with IRB-approved protocols.
• Guide participants through informed consent, ensuring rights and understanding.
• Perform data entry, quality control, and preliminary analysis; prepare summaries and reports.
• Maintain organized study records; safeguard sensitive participant information.
• Contribute to research proposals, grant applications, and IRB submissions.
• Contribute to studies examining racial and socioeconomic disparities in health outcomes.
• Participate in team meetings, contributing ideas and accepting feedback.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Problem-solving

Bilingual Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Position: Research Assistant – OBGYN Generalist

Hourly Pay Range: $18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Location: Evanston, IL

Full Time: Monday–Friday, onsite

Hours: 8:00am–4:30pm

Position Summary:

The Research Assistant supports active research programs across OBGYN,. This role offers meaningful hands-on experience in clinical and health equity research aimed at improving outcomes for communities and informing care and policy.

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with principal investigators and research teams to support study execution across multiple departments.
• Recruit, screen, and engage research participants with clear communication and strict adherence to ethical and regulatory standards.
• Administer surveys and collect patient-reported data in compliance with IRB-approved protocols, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Guide participants through the informed consent process, ensuring their rights and understanding are protected.
• Perform data entry, quality control, and preliminary analysis; prepare summaries and reports for presentations and publications.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper study records, safeguarding sensitive participant information.
• Contribute to research proposals, grant applications, and IRB submissions.
• Contribute to studies examining racial and socioeconomic disparities in maternal, pediatric, and primary care health outcomes.
• Participate actively in team meetings, contributing ideas and remaining open to feedback.

What You Will Need:

Education: High School Diploma required ;Bachelor's degree preferred

Experience: Prior research or patient-facing experience, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting

Skills: Strong attention to detail, professionalism, and problem-solving ability; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Company Description:

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence.

Employment Philosophy:

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential. Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging—each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers:

Welcome to Endeavor Health Careers At Endeavor Health, we believe every role plays an important part in advancing our mission to help everyone in our communities be their best. Whether you’re just beginning your career journey or are a seasoned professional, you’ll find opportunities here to learn, grow, and thrive. Your Career is our Endeavor.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.