Research Coordinator-Personalized Medicine

Hourly Pay Range:

Position Highlights:

• Position: Research Coordinator-Personalized Medicine

• Location: Evanston, IL& locations to other sites will be required

• Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

• Hours: Monday-Friday

• Required Travel: possible travel to study start-up meetings

Position Summary:

The Research Coordinator will work within the Center for Personalized Medicine, under the direct supervision of the Sr. Clinical Research Scientist and Genetic Counseling Researcher, and collaboratively with Principal Investigators on multiple quality improvement and outcomes-based implementation research projects related to the Genomic Health Initiative, Medical Genetics, Pharmacogenomics, and Primary Care/Population Genomics programs. Participates in developing research designs, recruitment material and study protocols. Coordinates and manages daily research activities, including clinical chart review, participant recruitment, and data collection efforts. Ensures the maintenance of ethical research practices involving human subjects. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and communication skills, attention to detail, knowledge of human subjects' research, and good clinical practices.

What you will do:

• Conducting literature reviews to inform research study design, IRB protocols, and standard operating procedures in collaboration with Principal Investigators
• Preparing and submitting documentation (e.g., recruitment materials, consent forms, data collection tools) for institutional review board (IRB) approvals, modifications, and renewals.
• Managing the recruitment, screening, and enrollment of study participants, ensuring informed consent is obtained and documented.
• Overseeing data collection efforts for one or more research projects, including clinical chart reviews, survey and interview development, and management of databases and files.
• Maintaining proper documentation and record keeping of research activities to ensure that projects are executed successfully and completed within time frames to meet research objectives.
• Coordinating and establishing agreements with independent contractors and community partners, as needed, for community engagement and research efforts
• Managing and coordinating study budgets and distribution of research funds to participants, community volunteers, and internal departments
• Ensuring compliance with IRB regulations and other governing board guidelines. Monitoring study activities to safeguard the quality and integrity of research data
• Facilitating effective communication between the research team, participants, and external stakeholders
• Collaborate with study personnel in the strategic planning of future external funding grants.
• Assisting with writing grant proposals, conference abstracts, and research papers for publication or presentation.

What you will need:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree required, in the fields of social, biological or healthcare sciences preferred. Master's degree in relevant field of study and at least one year of related work experience OR the equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Skills:

• Knowledge of medical genetics, good clinical practices, IRB preferred
• Experience with grant writing and data analysis is a plus
• Detail-oriented and meticulous in all aspects of work
• Ability to work well independently as well as in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal, problem-solving, and multi-tasking skills are critical
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Word and Excel, electronic health systems, and databases used in a research environment, or have the willingness to learn and demonstrate proficiency within six months of hire
• Possess the ability to work well under pressure and manage competing deadlines

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options,

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Free Parking at designated locations

• Wellness Program Savings Plan

• Health Savings Account Options

• Retirement Options with Company Match

• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. Located in Naperville, Linden Oaks Behavioral Health, provides for the mental health needs of area residents. For more information, visit https://www.endeavorhealth.org/careers.

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