Research Associate II - Interventionist (Hourly)

UIC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago seeks a Research Associate II – Interventionist (Hourly) in Chicago, IL, to assist with data collection, entry and cleaning, and to support the oral health intervention within the H. Lee UH3 study.

You will work with the intervention team to implement protocols and manage participant caseloads. The role requires at least a bachelor’s degree in a social science field and one year of related research experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required.
• A minimum of one year related research experience.
• Knowledge of research concepts, practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Implement the oral health intervention for the H. Lee UH3 study in accordance with established study protocols.
• Collaborate with the intervention team under the direction of the PI to support intervention implementation and study objectives.
• Manage an assigned caseload of study participants and deliver oral health intervention services per study requirements.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain study intervention materials to support consistent and effective intervention delivery.
• Participate in study team meetings to discuss intervention progress and coordinate activities.

Skills

Data collection

Data entry

Data cleaning

Descriptive statistics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field

Tools

REDCap

Job description

Research Associate II - Interventionist (Hourly)

Chicago, IL, United States

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1043497

Posted on: 10/22/2026 - Application Deadline: 11/13/2026

Research Associate II - Interventionist (Hourly)

Hiring Department: Institute for Health Research and Policy

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1043497

Salary: The hourly rate for this position is $21.10 - $28.50 /hr

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Position Summary
This position conducts research by assisting with the collection, entry and cleaning of data and descriptive results.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement the oral health intervention for the H. Lee UH3 study in accordance with established study protocols.
• Collaborate with the intervention team under the direction of the Principal Investigator to support intervention implementation and overall study objectives.
• Manage an assigned caseload of study participants and deliver oral health intervention services in accordance with study requirements.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain study intervention materials to support consistent and effective intervention delivery.
• Participate in study team meetings to discuss intervention progress, coordinate activities, and support program goals.
• Contribute to the achievement of grant milestones and the successful implementation of study activities.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required.
• A minimum of one year related research experience.
• Knowledge of research concepts, practices and procedures.

Research Associate II - Interventionist (Hourly)

Hiring Department: Institute for Health Research and Policy

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1043497

Salary: The hourly rate for this position is $21.10 - $28.50 /hr

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended NOT eligible for benefits .

Position Summary
This position conducts research by assisting with the collection, entry and cleaning of data and descriptive results.
Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement the oral health intervention for the H. Lee UH3 study in accordance with established study protocols.
• Collaborate with the intervention team under the direction of the Principal Investigator to support intervention implementation and overall study objectives.
• Manage an assigned caseload of study participants and deliver oral health intervention services in accordance with study requirements.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain study intervention materials to support consistent and effective intervention delivery.
• Participate in study team meetings to discuss intervention progress, coordinate activities, and support program goals.
• Contribute to the achievement of grant milestones and the successful implementation of study activities.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required.
• A minimum of one year related research experience.
• Knowledge of research concepts, practices and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 year experience in human subject research or clinical experience.
• Coursework in public health, nutrition, social sciences or relevant experience in publichealth/community-related research.
• Lived experience that matches participant communities.
• Experience with REDCap data collection.
• Background and/or interest in child health, oral health, or nutrition.
• Experience related to social services, or patient navigation.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, covid sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.