Department
 

BSD MED - General Internal Medicine - Tung Research Staff

About the Department
 

The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies.

Job Summary
 

The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 will work closely with a physician-led team of investigators and educators, Drs. Zakrison and Tung, on a grant focused on providing free legal aid and assistance to patients affected by violent injury. The Clinical Research Coordinator 1 will be supervised on a day-to-day basis by the PIs.

This role performs routine assignments related to the research program, Recovery Legal Care. The CRC supports program recruitment and enrollment at the UChicago Medicine Trauma Center. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.

Responsibilities

Under direction, coordinates and oversees execution of research projects and performs complex research related duties and tasks.Manages the day-to-day activities and the overall workflow of projects.Responsible for having a working knowledge and awareness of all project components and initiatives.Performs literature searches and contributes to writing manuscripts.Manages Institutional Review Board processes.Provides training and oversight to research support personnel, students, and volunteers.Builds data collection instruments and databases.Provides support to the principal investigator and research team by recruiting subjects, designing surveys, planning and conducting individual and focus group interviews, and collecting and analyzing some qualitative and quantitative data, as necessary.Presents research findings at staff meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences.Plans and facilitates team meetings and webinars.Works independently and within teams on special non-recurring and ongoing projects.Provides technical assistance to collaborators in executing research procedures and data collection.Maintains working relationships with collaborative community and research partners.Maintains secure shared files for off-site and on-site management of research instruments and study documents.Manages project equipment and supplies.Oversees budget and purchase of study related materials.Assists with the preparation of grant proposals and grant reports.Accountable for all tasks in basic clinical studies.Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples.Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor's degree.

Experience:

Knowledge of medical terminology/environment.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Adobe Acrobat.

Preferred Competencies

Interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others.Communicate with tact and diplomacy.Strong organizational skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Strong data management skills and attention to detail.Understand complex documents (e.g., clinical trials).Handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.Absorb large amounts of information quickly.Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments.

Application Documents

Resume/CV (required)Cover Letter (required)

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

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

40

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

Yes

Health Screen Required
 

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

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