Clinical Research Coordinator - Postmortem Brain Donations

Job Description

Location:

Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit:
Rush Medical Center

Hospital:
Rush University Medical Center

Department: IM Community Epi-Res Adm

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:00:00 PM)

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Pay Range: $23.12 - $32.66 per hour

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This role requires travel throughout the metro Chicagoland area, specifically to the south and southwest side of Chicago and south suburbs.

The Clinical Research Coordinator will consent participants for postmortem brain donations to the Chicago Health and Aging Project (CHAP). This study measures and questions lifestyle and health associated with the risk for Alzheimer's Disease. This person will maintain communications with the research participants’ families, funeral home, and the pathologist coordinating the efforts. Responsibilities include consenting and keeping in touch with the participants enrolled in the autopsy program, contacting participants’ next of kins for steps involved in the consenting and postmortem process, and keeping a database of participant and pathology information.

The Clinical Research Coordinator I (CRC I) supports the conduct of clinical research studies across a range of disciplines. Receives direction from principal investigator, supervisor, or other staff involved in research protocol(s). Responsibilities include participant recruitment and interaction, study data collection and entry, maintenance of study and regulatory documentation, sponsor communication, and adherence to study protocols and policies. The CRC I executes defined study tasks with guidance, ensuring operational compliance, accurate data entry, and participant safety.

Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

• Bachelor’s degree
• 0-2 years of experience in a research study or other relevant experience

OR

Experience (in lieu of a degree)

• Two (2) years’ total experience, where 1 year is supporting or coordinating research studies

• Time Management – Ability to meet deadlines and manage assigned study tasks.
• Problem‑Solving – Ability to troubleshoot routine field issues and use discretion to elevate appropriately when unplanned events arise.
• Attention to Detail – Strong attention to accuracy in data collection and documentation.
• Participant Relations – Ability to build rapport, navigate sensitive topics, and maintain participant confidentiality.
• Communication Skills – Effective verbal and written communication skills with participants and internal study teams.
• Team Collaboration – Ability to collaborate within multi‑disciplinary team settings and follow established workflows.
• Flexibility – Availability to work evenings, overnight shifts, or weekends if required by study protocols.
• Travel Readiness – Availability for local travel as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Two (2) or more years prior experience in clinical research or related field