This position supports investigators in pediatric research areas in IL.

Major Responsibilities:

Serves as lead research associate in coordinating system-wide academic research activities with scientists and investigators throughout all phases of research projects, including but not limited to study start-up, data collection, cleaning, and dissemination of findings.Plans and implements data collection, management, and cleaning in collaboration with scientists/investigators. Prepares data for preliminary analyses.Independently conducts and coordinates regulatory materials documentation, data collection, and study record maintenance in a timely manner, interfacing with the Institutional Review Board and other offices to facilitate support and reporting of ongoing research.Plans, coordinates and engages clinical staff at sites that are participating in research to encourage patient recruitment and identify creative methods of referring patients.Supports investigators in preparing abstracts, manuscripts, posters, and presentations for publication/presentation; may act as project lead, as well as lead presenter or author, when appropriate.Participates in continuous improvement processes and sharing of best practices across the research offices/departments. Ensures study team is conducting research activities in an ethical and safe manner according to applicable policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.Designs and performs literature searches and results reporting in collaboration with scientists and investigators.Coaches and mentors more junior research associates.May contribute to grant writing and may work with grants team to further manage grant awards.Coordinates project meetings between scientists, teams and collaborators to ensure project success, as needed.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

None Required.

Education Required:

Bachelor's Degree in Health Science or related field.

Experience Required:

Typically requires 5 years of experience in Health related and/or research experience (Outcomes Research, Epidemiology, Data Science, Public Health)

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Ability to successfully coordinate and manage a research study.Experience supporting scientists and investigators in project management and writing research protocols, scientific results or other reports/communications.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; organizational, time management, and multi-tasking abilities to achieve project deadlines. Ability to understand and convey study design and protocol to others through presentations and public speaking.Significant experience in generating and maintaining complex databases and spreadsheets. REDCap experience preferred.Experience in study recruitment activities, including familiarity with regulatory procedures and patient consent processes and requirements.Strong customer service and relationship management skills. Must be able to establish a good rapport with patients, scientists and investigators, clinical team, and external collaborators.Experience in coordinating and facilitating meetings with multiple stakeholders.Proficient in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and related software.Competency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Electronic Medical Records (EMR.Experience with IRB submissions and requirements preferred.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Will generally be exposed to rapid-pace and complex health care environment.Remote work with in-person presence (e.g., site visits, recruitment activities, meetings) as needed.This position may require ability to drive and/or travel to work related meetings/functions and thus is exposed to road, weather, and normal travel hazards.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.