University of Illinois Chicago
CHS PROMOTE Research Assistant
University of Illinois Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
CHS PROMOTE Research Assistant
Hiring Department:
Community Health Sciences Location:
Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID:
1036534 Posting Close Date:
October 30, 2025
Salary:
This is a monthly stipend position based on the current GEO contract (25% FTE is $1,344.44 per month) with a future start date for Spring 2025 semester. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Please upload a cover letter and a resume/CV with application.
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.
Benefits
eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Position Summary The Division of Community Health Sciences at the UIC School of Public Health is seeking a graduate student to work on a grant-funded research project focused on harm reduction among people who use drugs in rural Illinois.
Duties & Responsibilities
Data coding and cleaning
Data documentation
Data analysis
Assist with preparation of reports and manuscripts
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a UIC graduate program
Master's degree in Public Health, community psychology, social work, or other applied health science with training or experience in research methods
OR
Bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, or related field
plus
two years of research experience in social science, public health, or related research domain
Basic knowledge of research methods
Intermediate knowledge of statistics
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with data collection and analysis
Prior experience with REDCap surveys & databases
Intermediate knowledge of Stata or SAS
Background knowledge and interest in health of people who use drugs
Ability to work autonomously and complete job responsibilities independently
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, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
To apply, visit
https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/16577?c=uic
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Community Health Sciences Location:
Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID:
1036534 Posting Close Date:
October 30, 2025
Salary:
This is a monthly stipend position based on the current GEO contract (25% FTE is $1,344.44 per month) with a future start date for Spring 2025 semester. This position is not eligible for benefits.
Please upload a cover letter and a resume/CV with application.
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.
Benefits
eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.
Position Summary The Division of Community Health Sciences at the UIC School of Public Health is seeking a graduate student to work on a grant-funded research project focused on harm reduction among people who use drugs in rural Illinois.
Duties & Responsibilities
Data coding and cleaning
Data documentation
Data analysis
Assist with preparation of reports and manuscripts
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Currently enrolled in a UIC graduate program
Master's degree in Public Health, community psychology, social work, or other applied health science with training or experience in research methods
OR
Bachelor's degree in psychology, public health, or related field
plus
two years of research experience in social science, public health, or related research domain
Basic knowledge of research methods
Intermediate knowledge of statistics
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience with data collection and analysis
Prior experience with REDCap surveys & databases
Intermediate knowledge of Stata or SAS
Background knowledge and interest in health of people who use drugs
Ability to work autonomously and complete job responsibilities independently
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, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
To apply, visit
https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/16577?c=uic
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