Research Associate II - Social Sciences

Hiring Department: Psychiatry – Institute for Juvenile Research (IJR) and AI.Health4All, Chicago, IL

About the role

The Research Associate II will contribute to clinical, implementation, health-services, and artificial-intelligence research within IJR and AI.Health4All. The RA II will support multiple projects involving clinical research coordination, data collection and management, regulatory activities, and dissemination of research findings.

IJR’s mission is to develop and promote effective policy and practices to prevent mental-health difficulties and relieve the mental-health burden of children and families living in high-poverty urban communities through research, teaching, and direct service. AI.Health4All’s mission is to use innovative technologies and community partnership to improve health-care services.

Responsibilities

• Perform surveys, interviews, observations, or use other methods according to established research protocols.
• Collect, process, and analyze data; summarize research and test results.
• May assist with study protocol development.
• Coordinate the ordering, inventory, and maintenance of equipment, instruments, and data-collection and analysis tools.
• Prepare and contribute statistical data and pertinent information for papers, grants, and other documents.
• Complete required documentation for regulatory agencies.
• Recruit, enroll, and follow research participants while coordinating study activities with clinical services and collaborating departments.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field.
• A minimum of one year of related research experience.
• Knowledge of research concepts, practices, and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with substance-use treatment.

Pay

$45,000 – $50,000 per year, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Retirement plan.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.