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Visiting Research Specialist - Division of Academic Internal Medicine and Geriatrics

SEARCH EXTENDED UNTIL JANUARY 13, 2025

Hiring Department: Department of Medicine

Location:  Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1027970

Posting Close Date: November 4, 2024

Salary:  The previously determined salary range for this position was $58,000 to $70,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.

 

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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits

 

Description:

Position Summary
The Visiting Research Specialist provides expert-level oversight and management of cancer survivorship projects. This position is responsible for project management, including leading the development and implementation of strategies, systems, processes, and policies for program design and evaluation data collection.

Duties & Responsibilities
 

  • Monitor project activities, grant budget, data collection and management, and compliance of YAAS! activities and affiliated research projects.
  • Supervision and training of staff participating in related projects.
  • Monitor project activities on an ongoing basis and implement change as needed to ensure project progress and success
  • Organize training and community engagement data; assist with data analysis and contribute to writing of scientific manuscripts and/or grant proposals.
  • Collect research data and synthesize findings.
  • Provide oversight of IRB compliance and submit required IRB materials as needed.
  • Provide data for correspondence with the funding agency including the submission of progress reports and updates on project reporting.
  • Collaborate with the team to develop outreach, implement protocols, and evaluate outcomes.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

 

 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications
 

  • Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required. Master’s degree in social science preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
  • Possesses and applies advanced knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods

 

 

 

To apply, submit CV/resume and application at: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12243?c=uic

 

 

 

 

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