Behavioral Research Coordinator II

Behavioral Research Coordinator II Location

Outpatient Services, 1440 N Dayton, Chicago, IL

The Research Coordinator II will support a multi‑site national research study examining barriers and facilitators to PrEP uptake among women, with a focus on engagement, adherence, and real‑world implementation in clinical settings. Responsibilities include coordinating clinic engagement, participant recruitment and follow‑up, conducting structured interviews and surveys, overseeing data collection and quality assurance, and collaborating closely with clinical partners and community organizations.

This role requires prior experience working with women’s health or HIV prevention research, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to manage complex research workflows with minimal supervision. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, detail‑oriented, and committed to research excellence.

• Manages research projects, including study start‑up, protocol coordination, monitoring, and close‑out activities.
• Maintains strict adherence to study protocols and regulatory standards throughout all phases of the study.
• Manages study regulatory activities by preparing and maintaining all regulatory documents and regulatory agencies, including protocols, informed consent documents, recruitment materials, initial submissions, modifications, and renewals.
• Maintains comprehensive study documentation such as regulatory binders and correspondence.
• Coordinates the conduct of behavioral research projects with various departments, adheres to standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure adherence to research protocols and regulatory standards, and tracks deadlines for grants and deliverables.
• Identifies and recruits eligible study subjects, manages the informed consent/assent process, coordinates the reimbursement of study participants, and serves as the primary liaison for participant inquiries.
• Arranges and conducts research visits, including delivering behavioral interventions, such as administering surveys, facilitating interviews, and leading focus groups.
• Abstracts and enters data from medical records onto protocol‑specific case report forms and electronic systems, records data on source documents and CRFs, and conducts statistical analysis under PI supervision.
• Conducts quality assurance activities by adhering to research protocols and applicable regulations (OHRP, FDA, GCP), performing QA/QC checks for database validity, and ensuring ongoing data monitoring to maintain high standards of research integrity.
• Attends research meetings and actively participates in educational conferences to promote the ethical conduct of research and stay informed about best practices.
• Participates in the preparation and presentation of research findings through abstract and poster development and assists in the writing and editing manuscripts.
• Other job functions as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree and one year research experience required. Combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience is directly related to the duties of the job.
• Proficient organizational skills with ability to manage multiple studies. Proficient verbal and written communications skills.
• Proficient knowledge of FDA, HSR, and GCP Guidelines.
• Proficient analytical skills with the ability to recognize quantitative and qualitative research methods and remain agile and adaptable to various technological systems.
• Proficient entry‑level leadership skills.
• Recognizes the need to prioritize tasks, problem‑solve, and work with others.
• Assists to foster an inclusive environment where all team members feel valued and respected.

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree and one year research experience. Equivalent experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree when directly related to the role.

US $49,920.00–$81,619.20 (annual salary). Benefits may include health, retirement, and other compensation.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
• Flexible…