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University of Chicago About The Department To honor our promise to always put our patients first and to be ever mindful of each patient's dignity and individuality, we must also be at the forefront of transformative discovery and innovation in psychiatric care. Department BSD PSY- Brett Lab
About The Department To honor our promise to always put our patients first and to be ever mindful of each patient's dignity and individuality, we must also be at the forefront of transformative discovery and innovation in psychiatric care. Job Summary The Research Technician will function within a clinical research laboratory that conducts laboratory and clinical studies of tobacco, alcohol, and other substances. The research program involves behavioral and pharmacological interventions, e-cigarette and smoking cue exposures, and smartphone-based ecological momentary assessment. Overall, the project coordinator will assist the Principal Investigator in overseeing day-to-day research project operations for an NIH-funded trial testing a mobile health intervention for e-cigarette use and smoking. Responsibilities
Developing and disseminating study-specific advertisements, ensuring monthly recruiting and pacing goals are met. Screening and scheduling study participants. Conducting telephone and video-conferencing interviews with study applicants for eligibility determination and follow-up assessments. Provide quality assurance of all measures and incoming data. Coordinating study-related data management and organization according to lab-preferred guidelines. Conducting thorough literature reviews to inform project and protocol development. Overseeing preparation, storage, and inventory of lab biological samples, preparing shipments for both internal and external analyses. Managing study supply inventory and ordering. Creating subject mailings for materials related to their participation in the trial, including study medications and saliva drug screens. Summarizing and presenting on key study-related metrics (i.e. enrollment pacing, adverse events, etc.) at lab meetings. Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates. Performs other related work as needed. Education Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree). Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
Certifications Preferred Qualifications Experience
Working in a complex academic medical center. Preferred Competencies
Excellent professional and written communication skills. Familiar with research studies. Proficiency in MS Excel and electronic data capture (e.g., Redcap). Experience in coding and statistical programs (i.e. R, Python, Java, SPSS, STATA, etc.). Experience in clinical interviewing and conducting experimental sessions in behavioral research. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Working Conditions
Ability to work independently. Application Documents
Resume (required) Cover Letter (required) When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Hourly FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Range $19.23 - $26.44 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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Research Technician - L-1
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University of Chicago About The Department To honor our promise to always put our patients first and to be ever mindful of each patient's dignity and individuality, we must also be at the forefront of transformative discovery and innovation in psychiatric care. Department BSD PSY- Brett Lab
About The Department To honor our promise to always put our patients first and to be ever mindful of each patient's dignity and individuality, we must also be at the forefront of transformative discovery and innovation in psychiatric care. Job Summary The Research Technician will function within a clinical research laboratory that conducts laboratory and clinical studies of tobacco, alcohol, and other substances. The research program involves behavioral and pharmacological interventions, e-cigarette and smoking cue exposures, and smartphone-based ecological momentary assessment. Overall, the project coordinator will assist the Principal Investigator in overseeing day-to-day research project operations for an NIH-funded trial testing a mobile health intervention for e-cigarette use and smoking. Responsibilities
Developing and disseminating study-specific advertisements, ensuring monthly recruiting and pacing goals are met. Screening and scheduling study participants. Conducting telephone and video-conferencing interviews with study applicants for eligibility determination and follow-up assessments. Provide quality assurance of all measures and incoming data. Coordinating study-related data management and organization according to lab-preferred guidelines. Conducting thorough literature reviews to inform project and protocol development. Overseeing preparation, storage, and inventory of lab biological samples, preparing shipments for both internal and external analyses. Managing study supply inventory and ordering. Creating subject mailings for materials related to their participation in the trial, including study medications and saliva drug screens. Summarizing and presenting on key study-related metrics (i.e. enrollment pacing, adverse events, etc.) at lab meetings. Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates. Performs other related work as needed. Education Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree). Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
Certifications Preferred Qualifications Experience
Working in a complex academic medical center. Preferred Competencies
Excellent professional and written communication skills. Familiar with research studies. Proficiency in MS Excel and electronic data capture (e.g., Redcap). Experience in coding and statistical programs (i.e. R, Python, Java, SPSS, STATA, etc.). Experience in clinical interviewing and conducting experimental sessions in behavioral research. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent attention to detail. Working Conditions
Ability to work independently. Application Documents
Resume (required) Cover Letter (required) When applying, the document(s)
MUST
be uploaded via the
My Experience
page, in the section titled
Application Documents
of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Hourly FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Range $19.23 - $26.44 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.
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