Research Specialist - Social Sciences

Hiring Department: Human Development Nursing Science

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1015225

Posting Close Date: May 19, 2023

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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

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 nearly 260,000 alumni and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Position Summary

This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret research projects. Performs complex data collection and study methods.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Research

• Collaborate with Principal Investigator and researchers to develop objectives and design of research projects and proposals

• Formulate and conduct research studies and analyses. Performs complex data collection and study methods. Analyze and evaluate research results

• Replicate, refine and add new research approaches based on project needs. Test, customize and implement new methods and procedures

• Develop and write advanced, comprehensive protocols

• Monitor project developments on an ongoing basis. Propose and implement changes as needed

• Communication

• Contribute material, prepare results and assist in the writing of research findings for publications, papers, presentations, grants, and other documents for publication

• Assist principal investigator in grant and manuscript submission

• Staff Management

• Guide, train and advise lower level researchers and students on techniques, methods and procedures

• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

For fullest consideration please submit your application by March 15, 2023, at https://jobs.uic.edu/ Upload a .pdf copy of your CV and Resume.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

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

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in nursing, public health, project management or related field.

• Work experience with adult inpatients; research, evidence-based practice and/or quality improvement projects

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation