Research Associate
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary
Oversees clinical research project objectives, determines appropriate clinical research participant recruiting strategies, interviews potential clinical research participants, conducts the informed consent process, coordinates all clinical research activities according to study protocols, manages all clinical research data according to GCP and sponsor requirements, and functions as project manager on an as-needed basis. Will coordinate activities for multiple projects at any given time

The Research Associate will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Research Associate will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Research Associate will:

• Prepares, submits, and maintains regulatory documentation, especially with appropriate institutional review board (IRB).
  
• In collaboration with principal investigator(s), identified optimal recruiting strategy for assigned clinical research studies.
  
• Guides research participants through the informed consent process.
  
• Coordinates all personnel and resources necessary to complete the objectives of assigned clinical research projects in accordance with study protocols.
  
• Manages all data associated with assigned clinical research projects. Interacts with study sponsors or contract research organizations to address all data inquiries.
  
• Hosts sponsors or contract research organizations during study specific visits including but not limited to site qualification visits, site initiation visits, monitoring visits, and study closeout visits.
  
• Assists with contract review and budget preparation.
  
• Assists with drafting of new clinical research policies and development of standard operating procedures for clinical research.
  
• Uses computer software and maintains data files necessary to support the objectives of studies.
  
• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
  

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Principal Investigator
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Work requires a professional level of knowledge equivalent to that which is acquired through: a) completion of a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral or biological science and a minimum of five (5) years experience working as a clinical research coordinator or similar clinical research role, or b) completion of a Master's degree in a behavioral or biological science and a minimum of two (2) years experience working as a clinical research coordinator or similar clinical research role.
  
• A working knowledge of good clinical practice (GCP).
  
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills are needed to participate as a member of a research team, to exchange ideas, to work closely with numerous professional organizations and facilities and to plan and coordinate project completions. Communication skills required for writing and presenting detailed results.
  
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to coordinate schedules and resources necessary to meet clinical research objectives.
  
• Completion of a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator (CCRC) training program or equivalent is highly desirable but not absolutely required.
  

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ShirleyRyan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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