Research Coordinator-ILPQC

NorthShore University HealthSystem

Evanston (IL)

Hybrid

USD 50,000 - 65,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay for select positions

Career Pathways for Professional Growth

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

Job summary

NorthShore University HealthSystem in Evanston, IL is seeking a Research Coordinator for the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative (ILPQC) project. This full-time position involves coordinating quality improvement initiatives to enhance outcomes for women and newborns across participating hospitals.

The ideal candidate will have a BS in public health or related field, along with research experience. Responsibilities include data management, event planning, and grant writing. Benefits include various medical options, tuition reimbursement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

3 years' research study or relevant experience required.
2 years experience in research.

Responsibilities

Coordinate meetings, webinars, and data management for quality improvement initiatives.
Assist in event planning for in-person collaborative learning opportunities.
Participate in financial coordination including monitoring budgets.
Assist with grant writing and reporting.

Skills

Spanish speaking

Excellent organization

Time management

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

BS in public health, nursing, social work, or related

Tools

REDCap

SPSS

Ripple

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $24.86 - $37.29 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

Position: Research Coordinator-ILQPC
Location: Evanston, IL
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time, hybrid schedule
Hours: 8am-4:30pm
Required Travel: Yes

Position Summary:

This position will serve as a Project Coordinator of the Illinois Perinatal Quality Collaborative (ILPQC) project focused on coordinating meetings, webinars, notes, task management, hospital quality improvement support and data management for quality improvement initiatives to support participating Illinois birthing hospitals in setting up systems and facilitating culture change to improve outcomes for women and newborns. ILPQC facilitates state-wide quality improvement initiatives to equitably improve maternal and neonatal outcomes and reduce disparities in birthing hospitals across the state.

Project Description:

ILPQC is a nationally recognized Perinatal Quality Collaborative (PQC) with approximately 90 participating hospitals. ILPQC facilitates state-wide quality improvement initiatives to equitably improve maternal and neonatal outcomes and reduce disparities in birthing hospitals across the state by providing: opportunities for collaborative learning, rapid response data, and hospital team QI support. Current projects include Newborn Equity and Safe Sleep, Perinatal Mental Health, Care of the Late Preterm Infant and a Birth Quality Designation.

The position will work closely with the ILPQC Executive Director / Obstetric Lead, Project Director / Quality Lead, Neonatal Leads, ILPQC staff and interns, clinical leads, advisory workgroups, patients and community members, and hospital quality improvement teams (providers, nurses, staff) on the development, implementation, and sustainability of initiatives.

What you will do:

Content creation for regular webinars, including obstetric and neonatal community advisory board meetings and statewide webinars
Assist in event planning for twice annual in-person collaborative learning opportunities including event planning and related communications including support of website/social media communication
Coordinate ILPQC data collection, analysis, and reporting for statewide quality improvement initiatives
Provide quality improvement support including individual calls, small group meetings, regional meetings, and other formats as identified
Participate in financial coordination including monitoring budgets, submitting expenses, processing invoices and related tasks
Assist with grant writing, monitoring grant timelines, and producing grant reports to funding organizations as well as abstracts and papers for publication.
Some (approximately once per month to quarterly) travel to hospitals, community, and stakeholder locations throughout Illinois is required with potential for national travel for collaborative meetings.

What you will need:

Education: BS in public health, nursing, social work, social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 3 years' research study or other relevant experience required;
Experience: 2 years experience in research
Unique or Preferred Skills: Spanish speaking preferred. Experience facilitating recruitment and follow up strategies with clinic personnel and operational problem solving. Experience working with data management systems and software such as REDCap, SPSS, Ripple. Excellent organization, time management, problem solving and communication (both written and verbal) skills. Ability to interact in a professional and sensitive manner with medical personnel, research subjects, research collaborators, community groups and other research staff. Must be able to work independently or with minimal supervision, and show initiative. Experience working with children between the ages of 15 months to 6 years. Spanish Fluency is strongly preferred

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