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 Department
 
 
 
 BSD PED - Clinical Trials Office: Allergy and Immunology
 
 
 
 About The Department
 
 
 
 In the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Chicago, we strive to provide the highest level of complex care for children from diagnosis and treatment to conducting research to find promising new therapies with a focus on teaching. We are committed to advancing the frontiers of knowledge, and the education and training of future clinical pediatricians, subspecialists, educators, clinical investigators and physician-scientists. The Department of Pediatrics is a dynamic, stimulating place to work, and because we are focused on growth and improved excellence, our staff have particularly challenging and rewarding roles.
 
 
 The Pediatric Clinical Trials Office (Peds CTO) is an existing centralized support office that provides services and high-level guidance to individuals (faculty, investigators, research staff, and clinic coordinators from the University and Hospital) involved in human subjects research. The Peds CTO is responsible for establishing standards, operating procedures, policies and practices, implementing educational and training programs, developing communication tools, and managing the administrative functions that impact individuals involved in clinical research.
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 The Clinical Research Coordinator (CRC) 2 in Pediatrics provides support to the Section of Allergy/Immunology and Pediatric Pulmonology within the Department of Pediatrics. The Clinical Research Coordinator 2 works under the general direction of the Director of Clinical Research, the PI, and the study team. The CRC2 will be involved in multiple research trial types: multi-centered cooperative group and intergroup studies at a national level, multi-institutional pharmaceutical trials, and multi-centered trials designed, implemented and coordinated in the Section.
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Ensures Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are implemented and documented in accordance to study sponsor, primary investigator, and regulatory agency specifications, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.  Coordinates and may participate in quality assurance reviews, including site visits, monitoring visits, and audits conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
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 Understand the IRB submission and review process and when and how to apply for IRB review, including facilitation of study initiation through meticulous and timely preparation of IRB submissions independently.
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 Collect, process, ship and store specimens to appropriate laboratory according to established aseptic techniques.
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 Prepares program conference lists for multidisciplinary conferences and workshops.
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 May assist in the training of new or backup coordinators.
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 Accountable for all tasks in moderately complex clinical studies.
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 Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under moderate supervision.
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 Facilitates and participates in the daily activities of moderately complex clinical studies and performs various activities including patient data retrieval, documenting clinical research records, and participation in program audits.
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 Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples with a limited to moderate degree of independence. Contributes to the problem solving on assigned clinical research studies and tasks.
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 Performs other related work as needed.
 
 
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 Education
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
 
 
 
 Work Experience
 
 
 
 Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
 
 
 
 Certifications
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree.
 
 
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 Experience:
 
 
 
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 2 years of clinical research experience coordinating multiple and variety of studies (e.g., investigator-initiated; industry-sponsored; multi-site trials).
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 Experience in managing NIH funded grants.
 
 
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 Preferred Competencies
 
 
 
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 Ability to communicate in writing and orally; follow written and verbal instructions; comprehend and read complex technical and clinical documents.
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 Ability to develop and manage interpersonal relationships; work effectively, independently, or as part of a team; collaborate with faculty and divisional clinical research infrastructure; demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
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 Ability to exercise absolute discretion regarding confidential matters, sensitive, or stressful matters; handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm; maintain high alertness and respond calmly and rationally to conflicts or emergencies.
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 Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage time efficiently, meet deadlines, and maintain strong organizational skills; work independently; learn and develop new skills.
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 Strong data management skills and attention to detail; familiarity with medical terminology and Good Clinical Practices (GCP); extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat; understanding of federal research regulations and human research protections; ability to participate in protocol review and evaluate clinical trials.
 
 
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 Application Documents
 
 
 
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 Resume (required)
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 Cover Letter (required)
 
 
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 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
 
 
 
 Yes
 
 
 
 Health Screen Required
 
 
 
 Yes
 
 
 
 Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 
 
 
 No
 
 
 
 Pay Rate Type
 
 
 
 Salary
 
 
 
 FLSA Status
 
 
 
 Exempt
 
 
 
 Pay Range
 
 
 
 $60,000.00 - $75,000.00
 
 
 The included pay rate or range represents the University&rsquo;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 &amp; 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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Clinical Research Coordinator 2 - Pediatrics

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 Department
 
 
 
 BSD HGD - Luca Lab
 
 
 
 
 About The Department
 
 
 
 
 The central intellectual theme of our department is to understand the roles of genetics and epigenetics in patterning pheno-typic variation in natural populations and in human evolution, health, and disease.
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 
 As a member of the Luca Lab in the Department of Human Genetics, the candidate is expected to work on assigned projects as well as to carry out research activities in collaboration with other personnel in the lab, performing human functional genomics and genetics, and host-microbiome interaction research.
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Assist with carrying out research using the following techniques: Next-Generation Sequencing, PCR, Quantitative RT-PCR, DNA/RNA purification, cloning, reporter gene assays, chromatin immunoprecipitation, ATAC-seq, mammalian cell and tissue culture (cell lines and primary cells/tissues), isolation of primary cells from human tissue, single cell genomic assays.
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 Assist with general lab duties including ordering of supplies and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
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 Attend lab meetings and read current journal articles pertaining to relevant projects.
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 Performs other related work as needed.
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 Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
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 Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
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 Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
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 Performs other related work as needed.
 
 
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 Education:
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
 
 
 
 
 Work Experience:
 
 
 
 
 Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through &lt; 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
 
 
 
 
 Certifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree or higher in biology or related field.
 
 
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 Experience:
 
 
 
 
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 Familiarity with the following techniques (or ability to rapidly learn the techniques): PCR, Quantitative RT-PCR, DNA/RNA purification, cloning, reporter gene assays, chromatin immunoprecipitation, mammalian cell and tissue culture, single cell and bulk genomic assays.
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 Experience with computers.
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 Familiarity with Next Generation Sequencing protocols.
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 Familiarity with isolation of primary cells from tissue is a plus.
 
 
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 Preferred Competencies
 
 
 
 
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 Excellent organizational and communication skills and desire to maintain good relations with co-workers.
 
 
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 Working Conditions
 
 
 
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 Research Lab.
 
 
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 Application Documents
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Resume (required)
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 Cover Letter (preferred)
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 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
 
 
 
 $24.04 - $33.65
 
 
 The included pay rate or range represents the University&rsquo;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 &amp; 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

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 Department
 
 
 
 Consortium Research Nagoaka
 
 
 
 
 About The Department
 
 
 
 
 As one of the first schools of social work in the United States, the Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice has shaped the field for more than 100 years. As part of the University of Chicago, the Crown Family School shares the University's core values and distinctive intellectual culture. Crown Family School faculty, staff, and students focus on identifying solutions to complex social problems through research, training, and direct community engagement. Guided by an interdisciplinary tradition, Crown Family School scholars conduct innovative research to address interconnected social challenges such as educational inequality, health disparities, crime and violence, poverty, and child and family welfare&mdash;working at multiple scales, from individual to policy-level interventions. More than 10,000 Crown Family School graduates in the US and globally hold leadership positions in academia, at nonprofits, in business, and at governmental agencies. The Crown Family School is the home of four academic centers: These include the Susan and Richard Kiphart Center for Global Health and Social Development, Chicago Center for HIV Elimination (CCHE), the Kersten Institute for Urban Education, and the Center for Climate, Health, and Society (CHAS),. More information may be found at https://crownschool.uchicago.edu/.
 
 
 For 35 years, the University of Chicago Consortium on School Research (UChicago Consortium), a unit of the Kersten Institute for Urban Education at the Crown Family School of Social Work, Policy, and Practice has worked to address some of the most pressing challenges in urban education. We conduct high-quality research on the practices and conditions that improve student learning, promote educational attainment, and foster equity through rigorous research. Our research informs policy and practice in Chicago Public Schools and in districts across the nation. A central part of our work is engaging with a wide range of stakeholders and fostering evidence-driven conversations about the critical issues facing schools. The UChicago Consortium is widely recognized as a national model for research-practice partnerships, combining rigorous analysis with real-world impact.
 
 
 For more information about the UChicago Consortium, see consortium.uchicago.edu.
 
 
 
 
 Job Summary
 
 
 
 
 The Research Analyst I will support the work of Consortium research teams as they design and implement studies. The successful candidate will contribute to the organization&rsquo;s capacity to conduct highly-rigorous quantitative research on the Chicago Public Schools. The position requires someone with data manipulation, quantitative research, and programming skills and a passion for doing meaningful work to improve schools The Research Analyst I will be responsible for cleaning and building large-scale data bases and creating data documentation for new projects, as well as conducting detailed statistical analyses for research studies. The Research Analyst I would provide data and analytic support across Consortium projects and may also be assigned to provide on-going support to one or two projects. The successful candidate will have a commitment to equity and urban education, be deeply curious, and be willing to learn new methods and topics. The Research Analyst I position requires someone who is able to handle multiple concurrent tasks and projects and work in a highly collaborative environment.
 
 
 This position is grant-funded through 8/31/2028. This position will end 8/31/28 unless replacement funding is secured.
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities
 
 
 
 
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 Create specialized databases by merging multiple, complex data sources, including school-, student-, teacher-, community-, and neighborhood-based files.
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 Conduct data quality control procedures and update and create internal processes and data documentation for Consortium projects and data library.
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 Contribute to conceptualizing, designing, and planning research projects, framing research questions, and particularly identifying appropriate data sources from the Consortium library.
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 Conduct statistical analysis of large-scale databases using R, SAS, or STATA, including both simple descriptive group comparisons and advanced statistical modeling.
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 Review pertinent literature and write literature summaries.
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 Create effective displays of findings.
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 Contribute to the writing of Consortium reports, academic journal articles, and grant proposals.
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 Help manage project timelines, schedule meetings, and other project administrative tasks.
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 Actively participate in organization-wide activities, including serving on committees, attending weekly Consortium-wide meetings, and providing feedback on others&rsquo; work.
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 Participate and present findings in team and organization-wide meetings of researchers.
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 Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
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 Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
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 Performs other related work as needed.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 
 
 
 Minimum Qualifications
 
 
 
 Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
 
 
 
 
 Work Experience:
 
 
 
 
 Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through &lt; 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
 
 
 
 
 Certifications:
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 
 Education:
 
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in education, policy studies, psychology, or other relevant social science or mathematical discipline.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Experience:
 
 
 
 
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 Experience in urban education, education research, policy, and practice.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 
 Preferred Competencies
 
 
 
 
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 Experience with and demonstrated use of descriptive and multivariate statistics.
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 Experience with manipulating data and building data sets.
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 Familiarity with one or more programming languages (e.g., R, SAS, Stata, Python) and the ability to use or learn to use R and/or Stata.
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 Ability to take initiative and a proactive approach to tasks and projects.
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 Passion for improving educational outcomes and supporting actionable uses of research evidence.
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 Commitment to understanding and improving outcomes for students of all backgrounds and experiences.
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 Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to work independently, with supervision, and in collaboration as a team member.
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 Excellent written and oral communication skills.
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 Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
 
 
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 Working Conditions
 
 
 
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 This position is grant-funded through 8/31/2028. This position will end 8/31/28 unless replacement funding is secured.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Application Documents
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Resume (required)
 </li>
 <li>
 Cover Letter (required)
 </li>
 <li>
 Writing Sample (required)
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 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
 
 
 
 37.5
 
 
 
 
 Drug Test Required
 
 
 
 
 No
 
 
 
 
 Health Screen Required
 
 
 
 
 No
 
 
 
 
 Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 
 
 
 
 No
 
 
 
 Pay Rate Type
 
 
 
 Hourly
 
 
 
 FLSA Status
 
 
 
 Non-Exempt
 
 
 
 Pay Range
 
 
 
 $48,000.00 - $58,000.00
 
 
 The included pay rate or range represents the University&rsquo;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 &amp; 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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Clinical Research Coordinator 2 - Pediatrics

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