Temporary Research Assistant
The University of Chicago

Department

BSD IPP - Administration

About the Department

The newly created Institute for Population and Precision Health (IPPH), located in the Biological Sciences Division, will integrate a wide spectrum of factors such as human health behaviors, environmental factors, social and economic factors, policies and genetic determinants of health, into studies focused on the treatment and prevention of disease, as well as the maintenance of wellness. Leveraging and integrating the University of Chicago's considerable institutional strength in population science with research spanning diverse fields such as genetic medicine, cancer epidemiology, microbiome, and epigenomics, the Institute will have the common goal of improving human health outcomes. Another major goal of the Institute will be to develop a new multidisciplinary training program to equip researchers with emerging tools and methods to conduct precision health research within a population health framework. Our faculty lead research projects in biostatistics, epidemiology and health services research and participate in interdisciplinary teams with faculty in other departments to address complex problems in health and healthcare, in our communities and around the globe.
Job Information


Job Summary:

This temporary position is to support the Institute for Population and Precision Health (IPPH) data research and coordination efforts for our research programs in 2024. This position is hybrid, with the possibility of additional in-person and study management tasks in the IPPH offices at the University of Chicago Medical Center in Hyde Park. The primary functions of the position will be to assist in pilot study coordination, data collection, and analysis. This Temporary Student Research Assistant (SRA) will assist program investigators and staff in data collection, cleaning, and analysis. The SRA may also assist in literature reviews, participant engagement, and other tasks as necessary to complete the pilot study on environmental exposures and mental health outcomes using mobile health technologies.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct literature reviews and synthesize existing research on the connection between environmental exposures and mental health outcomes. Manage citations for relevant studies.
  
• Support fieldwork activities for digital mental health pilot studies, including logistical coordination.
  
• Administer surveys and collect data from participants involved in pilot studies.
  
• Assist in coordinating pilot study activities and contribute to organizing meetings and project logistics.
  
• Perform data entry and management tasks, with a focus on ensuring participant compliance.
  
• Conduct statistical analyses and assist with manuscript preparation.
  

Competencies:

• Knowledge in relevant field.
  
• Analytical skills.
  
• Problem-solving skills.
  
• Attention to detail.
  
• Organizational skills.
  
• Verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  

Additional Requirements


Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
  
• Currently enrolled in mental health related field of study required, though all majors are welcome to apply.
  

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  
• Experience with data management and statistical programs (i.e. R).
  

Required Documents:

• Resume (required)
  
• Cover Letter (preferred)
  

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Benefit Eligibility

No

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement

No
Pay Frequency

Hourly
Pay Range

Depends on Qualifications
Scheduled Weekly Hours

30
Union

Non-Union
Job is Exempt

No
Drug Test Required

No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No
Health Screen Required
No
Posting Date

2024-04-25
Remove from Posting On or Before

2024-10-25
Posting Statement:


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