Research Specialist - Center Research Women & Gender

Hiring Department

Center for Research on Women & Gender

Chicago, IL USA

1039575

3/3/2026

The budgeted salary range for the position is $60,000 to $65,000

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting‑edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities.

UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

This position works under administrative direction to assist with research related to women's health, with a particular focus on maternal health.

• Collaborate with Principal Investigator and researchers to develop objectives and design of research projects and proposals.
• Replicate, refine and add new research approaches based on project needs.
• Test, customize and implement new methods and procedures.
• Assist in the reporting of dissemination of research findings through mechanisms such as publications and presentations.
• Review current scientific literature related to maternal health and women’s health and recommend research areas that should be investigated.
• Communicate research findings with external partners.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

• Master’s degree (with experience) in public health, social science or related field
• A minimum of 3 years related research experience in health sciences
• Knowledgeable about current developments and research findings
• Proficiency with SPSS, SAS, or other statistical software

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non‑discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.