University of Chicago
Temporary Clinical Research Assistant, Nutrition for Precision Health
Chicago, IL, USA · Contract
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About the role
- This position is responsible for managing participant enrollment and consent processes, collecting and maintaining study data, and performing biospecimen collection including blood draws.
Responsibilities
- Collects and maintains biometric data and biospecimens, including performing blood draws and processing blood and urine samples.
- Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data; &/or preparing basic charts & graphs.
- Prepares participant visit charts, sets up and cleans exam rooms before and after visits, and performs data and equipment quality control checks.
- Performs all tasks in basic clinical studies.
- Assists with and performs various administrative and operational tasks as assigned under direct supervision.
- Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Requirements
- Ability to lift and carry laboratory materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
- Required Documents:
- When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
- Drug Test Required
- Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Nice to have
- High School Diploma or GED from an accredited institution required.
- 1-year relevant research experience including experience with outreach efforts, study recruitment, and collecting biometric data preferred.
- Phlebotomy experience preferred.
- Wet lab sample processing experience preferred.
Compensation
- $19.23 - $24.04 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
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Benefits
- This position is not eligible for benefits.
Equal opportunity
- Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
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Visa & Work Authorization
- The Clinical Research Assistant works closely with the research team to ensure all study activities are conducted in accordance with sponsor expectations, regulatory requirements, and institutional guidelines.
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