Visiting Research Associate I - Division of Academic Internal Medicine

Visiting Research Associate I - Division of Academic Internal Medicine and Geriatrics

Hiring Department: Department of Medicine

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1024835

Posting Close Date: May 10, 2024

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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Position Summary

The Visiting Research Associate I performs research functions within the Vitoux Program on Aging and Prevention. The position provides assistance to the Vitoux Director in order to meet the research and training objectives of the Vitoux Program. This position conducts research according to study protocols that investigate lifestyle and behavioral health interventions for adults with chronic diseases.

Duties & Responsibilities

Under the direction of the supervising Research Specialist, the primary duties will include research participant recruitment and follow up, data collection, entry and processing, and intervention scheduling and delivery. The role will assist with the development, implementation, and refinement of research processes and procedures as well as data collection processes. The role may also assist with basic qualitative and quantitative data analysis.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required.

Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices and procedures.

Entry level knowledge of research methods.

To apply, submit resume and application at: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/9331?c=uic

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