Clinical Research Coordinator 2

Department BSD PSY-Eisenlohr-Moul About the Department We are committed to providing evidence-based psychiatric and mental health services for infants, children adolescents, adults and older adults to promote research, training, and serve our patients. To honor our promise to always put our patients first and to be ever mindful of each patients dignity and individuality, we must also be at the forefront of transformative discovery and innovation in psychiatric care. Job Summary The CLEAR Lab is an NIH-funded research program led by clinician-scientists dedicated to advancing precision reproductive psychiatry. The lab investigates how hormonal changes across the menstrual cycle impact mental health and well-being, using innovative frameworks such as Dimensional Affective Sensitivity to Hormones (DASH) and novel computational methods including Phase-Aligned Cycle Time Scaling (PACTS). Through experimental hormone manipulation studies and advanced data analysis, the lab seeks to identify and characterize distinct hormone sensitivities and translate these findings into personalized, biologically informed interventions. Responsibilities Protects patients and data confidentiality by ensuring security of research data and personal health information and compliance with federal regulations and sponsor protocols. Ensures Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) are implemented and documented in accordance to study sponsor, primary investigator, and regulatory agency specifications. Maintains accurate and complete records which may include, but are not limited to, signed informed consent, relevant IRB approvals, source documentation, C, and study-related communication. Understands the IRB submission and review process and when and how to apply for IRB review, including facilitation of study initiation through meticulous and timely preparation of IRB submissions independently. Ensures compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies. May prepare and maintain protocol submissions and revisions. Accountable for all tasks in moderately complex clinical studies. Assists with various professional, organizational, and operational tasks under moderate supervision. Facilitates and participates in the daily activities of moderately complex clinical studies and performs various activities including patient data retrieval, documenting clinical research records, and participation in program audits. Uses knowledge of clinical studies to coordinate the collection of analyzable clinical research data and/or samples with a limited to moderate degree of independence. Contributes to the problem solving on assigned clinical research studies and tasks. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree. Experience: Relevant clinical research experience. Working knowledge of coordinating multiple studies (e.g., investigator-initiated, industry-sponsored, multi-site trials). Preferred Competencies Ability to interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others. Strong organizational skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong data management skills and attention to detail. Expert Knowledge of the Microsoft suite, including Outlook. Ability to understand complex documents (e.g., clinical trials). Ability to handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm. Ability to absorb large amounts of information quickly. Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments. Working Conditions Ability to navigate the assigned UChicago location as required by the Position. Hybrid work arrangements may be considered. Application Documents Resume (required) Cover letter (preferred) The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Drug Test Required Yes Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the Universitys good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. 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