Research Assistant-Peds/Family Medicine

Edward Elmhurst Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 25,953 - 37,636; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay for select positions

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Retirement Options with Company Match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Job summary

Edward Elmhurst Health is looking for a Research Assistant to support research programs in OB/GYN, Pediatrics, and Family Medicine. This full-time role, located at Evanston Hospital, offers hands-on experience aimed at improving health outcomes for communities.

The candidate will collaborate with various departments, recruit research participants, and ensure adherence to ethical standards. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma and prior research or patient-facing experience. Various benefits are available including health options and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Prior research or patient-facing experience, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting.
• Strong attention to detail and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with principal investigators and research teams.
• Recruit, screen, and engage research participants.
• Administer surveys and collect patient-reported data.
• Guide participants through the informed consent process.
• Perform data entry and maintain organized study records.
• Contribute to research proposals and grant applications.

Skills

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Problem-solving

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree

Job description

## Research Assistant-Peds/Family MedicineApplylocations: EVH Evanston Hospitaltime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R44046**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.**Position Highlights:*** **Position:** Research Assistant – OB/GYN, Pediatrics & Family Medicine* **Location:** Evanston, IL* **Full Time** Monday–Friday, onsite* **Hours:** 8:00am–4:30pm**Position Summary:**The Research Assistant supports active research programs across OB/GYN, Family Medicine, and Pediatrics. 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 OpportunitiesEndeavor 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. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.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.EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.