Clinical Research Technician, MOSAAIC Study of Asian Americans

About the Department

The Institute for Population and Precision Health (IPPH) is located in the Biological Sciences Division and integrates a wide spectrum of factors—human health behaviors, environmental factors, social and economic factors, policies, and genetic determinants—to study disease treatment, prevention, and wellness maintenance. Leveraging Chicago’s strengths in population science alongside research in genetic medicine, cancer epidemiology, microbiome, and epigenomics, IPPH aims to improve health outcomes and develop a multidisciplinary training program for precision health research.

The Clinical Research Technician supports the planning, execution, and management of observational and interventional studies—including clinic- and community‑based research—within IPPH. The role coordinates multi‑institutional and occasional international studies, ensures accurate data collection and quality control, and assists with participant engagement, regulatory compliance, and data analysis.

• Coordinate and manage quality control for observational and interventional studies.
• Oversee data, survey, environmental, and biospecimen collection and documentation.
• Assist with subject engagement: screening, recruitment, consent, collection, and follow‑up.
• Monitor participants, schedule procedures, and enforce data quality checks.
• Collaborate with Scientific Directors and Research Managers on study planning and evaluation.
• Coordinate data acquisition, entry, QC, and query response.
• Prepare presentations and curricular materials related to research.
• Perform administrative tasks under supervision and contribute to problem solving.
• Use clinical study knowledge to coordinate analyzable data and samples.
• Perform related duties as needed.

Vocational training, apprenticeships, or equivalent experience in a related field; a four‑year degree is not required.

Knowledge and skills developed through 2–5 years of work experience in a related discipline.

• Bachelor’s degree in Epidemiology, Public Health, Nursing, Biology, or a closely related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in clinical research coordination or management.
• Experience overseeing observational and interventional studies, including multi‑institutional or international projects.
• Phlebotomy certification.
• Strong knowledge of clinical research methodologies, data collection, and analysis techniques.
• Understanding of IRB processes, regulatory policies, and compliance requirements.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency in data management, documentation, and reporting.
• Strong analytical and critical‑thinking skills to identify issues, develop solutions, and implement improvements.
• Effective project management and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Capability to train, mentor, and supervise frontline research staff.
• Collaborative mindset within a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and relevant research software.
• Competence in recruiting, consenting, and retaining study participants while ensuring a positive experience.

• Office, clinic, and community settings.
• Weekend/Evening hours may be required for clinic events.

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, upload the required documents via the My Experience page under the “Application Documents” section of the application.

Job Family: Research
Role Impact: Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

19.5
Drug Test

Required:

Yes
Health Screen

Required:

Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry

Required:

No
Pay Rate Type: Hourly
FLSA Status: Non‑Exempt
Pay Range: $24.04 – $28.85
Benefits Eligible: This position is not eligible for benefits.

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please…