Urology Research Assistant — Part-Time, Data & Studies

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

The Rush University Medical Center is seeking a Research Assistant in Chicago to support data collection per study protocols. You will collect information, assist in writing reports and publications, and help ensure accuracy and compliance with Rush policies.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with diverse research participants. Evening or weekend availability may be required per study protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Detail oriented with high accuracy.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to navigate sensitive topics and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Recruits, screens, and schedules potential study participants.
• Writes and creates assessments using standard research protocol.
• Assists in grant proposal writing.
• Assists in communications with researchers and members of the research community.
• Arranges and conducts experiments for research study, including explaining the goals of the study and arranging for the evaluation.
• Follows up by phone, email, and email with research colleagues.
• Participates in the preparation and delivery of presentations to disseminate study findings.
• Analyzes data and drafts data reports, manuscripts, and presentations.
• Utilizes approved procedures.
• Administers involved, systematic tests including the assessment and/or response.
• Helps maintain study procedure documentation.
• Prepares study related materials.
• Assists with data entry, cleaning, and guided analysis.
• Monitors experiments as required by study protocol.
• Maintains supply inventory.
• May utilize study-related devices and equipment as part of assessment procedures.
• Maintains study records and edits for completeness and accuracy.
• Attends regular team meetings.
• Troubleshoots field issues when necessary.
• Uses discretion to resolve issues when unplanned events arise.

Skills

High school diploma/GED

Microsoft Office

Detail orientation

Written and verbal communication

Rapport with diverse participants

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Evening/weekend availability

Field location travel

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Rush University Medical Center is seeking a Research Assistant in Chicago to support data collection per study protocols. You will collect information, assist in writing reports and publications, and help ensure accuracy and compliance with Rush policies.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work with diverse research participants. Evening or weekend availability may be required per study protocols.