Temporary Clinical Research Assistant, Nutrition for Precision Health

United States·Chicagomid

Research AssociateLaboratory & Life Sciences

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Key Responsibilities

Collects and maintains biometric data and biospecimens, including performing blood draws and processing blood and urine samples.

Requirements Summary

Collects and maintains biometric data and biospecimens, including performing blood draws and processing blood and urine samples.

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Research AssociateLaboratory & Life Sciences

BSD IPP–NPH

The Institute for Population and Precision Health (IPPH), located in the Biological Sciences Division, integrates a wide spectrum of factors such as human health behaviors, environmental factors, social and economic factors, policies and genetic determinants of health, into studies focused on the treatment and prevention of disease, as well as the maintenance of wellness. Leveraging and integrating the University of Chicago’s considerable institutional strength in population science with research spanning diverse fields such as genetic medicine, cancer epidemiology, microbiome, and epigenomics, the Institute has the common goal of improving human health outcomes. Another major goal of the Institute is to develop a multidisciplinary training program to equip researchers with emerging tools and methods to conduct precision health research within a population health framework. Our faculty lead research projects in biostatistics, epidemiology, and health services research, and participate in interdisciplinary teams with faculty in other departments to address complex problems in health and healthcare, in our communities and around the globe.

This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

Responsibilities

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→Knowledge of research techniques and methods within a relevant scientific field.

→Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.

→Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

→Attention to detail.

→Organizational skills.

→Verbal and written communication skills.

→Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

→Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution required.
Bachelor's degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Nursing, Biology or closely related field preferred.

1-year relevant research experience including experience with outreach efforts, study recruitment, and collecting biometric data preferred.

Phlebotomy experience preferred.

Wet lab sample processing experience preferred.

Requirements

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Ability to work on-campus, at community partner locations, in an office and in a clinic setting
Requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment and adherence to laboratory safety protocols.

Requires periods of standing, sitting, and repetitive laboratory tasks.

Ability to lift and carry laboratory materials weighing up to 25 pounds.

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Temporary Staff

Hourly

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Range

$19.23 - $24.04

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.

What We Offer

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This position is not eligible for benefits.

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