Clinical Research Analyst

Department
 

BSD OBG – Lengyel Lab

About the Department
 

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has 114 clinical providers, providing care at the main hospital in Hyde Park and seven off site locations. We have more than 60,000 outpatient visits, 25,000 ultrasound visits, 2,800 deliveries, and 3,000 gynecological surgeries per year. Teaching, research and the highest quality clinical care are top priorities for the Department. The residency and fellowship programs are highly ranked and have a history of training leaders in healthcare. The Department also has a significant research enterprise, engaging in population health studies, as well as research conducted in wet laboratories on tumor biology, fibroid research, and hypertensive diseases in pregnancy. Additionally, the Section of Family Planning has established a unique research center, CI3, which focuses on reproductive policy and innovations in sexual and reproductive health. The department was ranked #12 on the 2020-2021 U.S. News & World Report. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

Job Summary
 

The job performs routine assignments related to the documentation, analysis, and reporting of research data. Provides input to support the strategic, administrative, operational, and financial decisions that impact clinical research conducted across the University.
The Ob/Gyn Lengyel Lab is looking for a Clinical Research Analyst I to join its ovarian cancer research team. Specifically, the Clinical Research Analyst I will provide input to support the strategic, administrative, and operational support for translational research. The Clinical Research Analyst I will perform routine assignments related to the documentation, analysis, and reporting of research data.

Responsibilities

• Performs various aspects of clinical research, such as collecting and processing specimens, interviewing subjects, taking vital signs, and contributing to the case report.
• Coordinates and may participate in quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
• Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
• Responsible for all aspects of research projects involving patients on IRBs.
• Organizes recruiting, consenting and scheduling research subjects.
• Oversees development and amendments of study protocols.
• Directs collection and analysis of bio specimens collected for clinical trial.
• Works collaboratively with the team and collaborators.
• Develops data collection tools.
• Maintains and builds databases; maintains bio specimen storage.
• Provides general administrative supports including maintenance of documentation.
• Writes and updates all protocols for specimen collection and processing. Ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Processing and banking of bio specimens (serum, plasma, ascites, tumor, benign tissues) and extraction of DNA.
• Performs various aspects of clinical research, such as collecting and processing specimens, interviewing subjects, taking vital signs, and contributing to the case report.
• Analyzes protocols and advise treating physicians on appropriate dosage modifications or treatment calculations based on patient characteristics.
• Coordinates and may participate in quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
• Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology).

Experience:

• Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
• Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
• Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Preferred Competencies

• Organization.
• Problem-solving.
• Collaboration and Independence.
• Attention to detail.
• Communication.

Working Conditions

• Applicant will be provided with all necessary support to complete the job including pager, computer, desk, bench and access to all equipment present in the ovarian cancer research laboratory and core facilities at UChicago.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)

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

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

40

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

Yes

Health Screen Required
 

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

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