Research Study Assistant (1-year Term) [Multiple Openings]

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 25,485 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition benefits for employee and dependents

Gender-neutral retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois is looking for a research assistant to perform biomedical and social-behavioral research. Responsibilities include recruiting participants, conducting interviews, collecting data, and processing MRI data. This is a one-year term position with the potential for renewal based on performance.

The ideal candidate will possess a bachelor’s degree in social or health sciences and has strong organizational skills. A comprehensive benefits package includes health, dental, tuition benefits, and more.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university.
• Must complete NU's IRB CITI training before interacting with any participants.

Responsibilities

• Recruits study participants.
• Reviews & obtains informed consent.
• Schedules study visits with participants.
• Conducts interviews.
• Scores test results.
• Collects survey data.
• Facilitates communication with key personnel & participants.
• Evaluates and Processes MRI data.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in social or health science or related

Job description

Department: IPR - Inst for Policy Res

Salary/Grade: NEX/9

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).

This is a one-year term position. Opportunity for renewal will be based on performance and available funding.

Specific Responsibilities

Technical

• Recruits study participants.


• Reviews & obtains informed consent.


• Schedules study visits with participants.


• Conducts interviews.


• Scores test results.


• Collects survey data.


• Facilitates communication with key personnel & participants to maintain project study flow.


• Evaluates and Processes MRI data.

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

Performed other duties.

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.

Minimum Competencies

• Strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a psychology or behavioral science setting.

Preferred Competencies

• Experience with research grants, eIRB, and/or CERES.


• Experience with data auditing.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $18.50-$21.00 per hour. 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.

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 parental leave; 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.