Research Study Assistant

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a Research Assistant in MED-Obstetrics & Gynecology to perform biomedical and social-behavioral research by administering tests and questionnaires, collecting data, and assisting in reports. Work follows GCP, IRB, CFR, and ICH guidelines.

The role involves recruiting participants, obtaining informed consent, scheduling visits, conducting interviews, scoring tests, collecting surveys, and reviewing medical records, with supervision and clear objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social or health sciences or related field.
• Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with participants; re-certify every 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Recruit study participants.
• Review & obtain informed consent.
• Schedule study visits with participants.
• Conduct interviews.
• Scores test results.
• Collects survey data.
• Reviews medical records.
• Consults with nurses & physicians on eligibility.
• Facilitate communication to maintain study flow.
• Maintain detailed records and enter data; prepare basic charts/graphs.
• Perform literature searches in support of research.
• Complete portions of grant applications and regulatory documents.
• Process reimbursements and monitor petty cash; coordinate fund distribution.
• May train other research staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Participant recruitment

Informed consent

Interviewing

Data collection

Data entry

Communication with staff

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social/health science or related

Job description

Department:

MED-Obstetrics & Gynecology

Salary/Grade:

NEX/9

Target hiring range for this position will be between $35,880 - $50,970.50 per year. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Job Summary

Performs biomedical &/or social-behavioral research by administering tests &/or questionnaires following protocols; collecting, compiling, tabulating &/or processing responses; gathering information; &/or assisting in the preparation of material for inclusion in reports. Completes all activities by strictly following Good Clinical Practices (GCP) & all relevant current local, state, & federal laws, regulations, guidance, policy & procedure developed by the NU Institutional Review Board (IRB), Food & Drug Administration (FDA) Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), & the International Conference on Harmonization (ICH).

Please note: Supervisor provides objectives, detailed deadlines and general instructions. Work is reviewed for technical accuracy and compliance with instructions, practice, policy and procedures. EE meets frequently with supervisor to obtain instructions regarding general phases of work and in some cases as to specific details.

Specific Responsibilities

Technical

• Recruits study participants.
• Reviews & obtains informed consent.
• Schedules study visits with participants.
• Conducts interviews.
• Scores test results.
• Collects survey data.
• Reviews medical records.
• Consults with nurses & physicians to determine pretreatment & eligibility requirements of protocol from completion to registration of participants.
• Facilitates communication with key personnel & participants to maintain project study flow.

Administration

• Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data; &/or preparing basic charts & graphs.
• Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.
• Completes portions of grant applications &/or documents associated with current local, state, & federal regulatory guidelines, requirements, laws & research protocols.

Finance

• May process reimbursements for travel expenses.
• Monitors & distribute petty cash.
• Processes invoices &/or purchase requisitions.
• Coordinates fund distribution among multiple sponsors and clinical sites.

Supervision

• May train other research staff to interview/test participants.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a major such as social or health science or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants & must re-certify every 3 years.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parentalleave;tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life And Wellness

Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.

We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

Professional Growth & Development

Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.