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Research Scientist - Community Engagement and Health Equity

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Apr 23, 2025
Research Scientist - Community Engagement and Health Equity Research Scientist - Community Engagement and Health Equity Hiring Department: CEHE Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1032814 Posting Close Date: May 20, 2025 Salary: The budgeted salary range for this position is $90,000 to $120,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. 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. The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Position Summary The University of Illinois Cancer Center is a science-first research institution that gives patients with cancer equal access to world-class treatment. This position will provide key scientific leadership and systems support regarding cancer-focused grants on research translation, health services, and community engagement. This position will require the identification of funding mechanisms, development of competitive proposals in community engagement, research translation, and healthcare practice, and oversight of implementation for funded projects. This will entail working with teams of Cancer Center staff, students, Ph.D. level researchers, and other stakeholders to conceptualize and draft projects, including implementation and dissemination initiatives aligned with research. This position will also recruit, supervise, and/or train other research staff or students. Duties & Responsibilities Help identify scientific gaps and link them with high-yield high-value funding opportunities. Promote community engagement and research opportunities to UICC leadership and engage researchers and physician scientists to conceptualize and develop responsive grant applications. Write, edit, and proofread community engagement and research proposals, including research strategy components and supporting documents (biosketches, letters of support, institutional documents). Lead community engagement initiatives that translate research to practice in community and healthcare settings, with a focus on federally qualified health centers and safety net systems. Lead initiatives that elevate the community health workforce, including community health workers and patient navigators. Establish and maintain robust multi-directional partnerships for research and community engagement initiatives. Work directly with principal investigators, sponsor investigators, industry sponsors, clinical trial study teams, and research administration to develop protocols for research, community engagement, and dissemination initiatives. Develop and maintain research records, grant information, research notes, and resource utilization. Plan, assign, and review the work of staff to ensure that sponsor and research objectives are met. Hire, train, develop, and manage research staff or students as needed. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications PhD or terminal doctorate in science or health related field required. A minimum of five years' experience in health related research experience required. Grant writing experience required. Preferred Qualifications Expertise in funding mechanisms of HRSA, foundation, state, county, city, and other public sector / healthcare service sectors required. NIH grant experience preferred. 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/14633?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-341aee2b1d00b94ab4ba752dc6714abf