Research Associate II - FPR CA and GA (Hourly

Research Associate II - FPR CA and GA (Hourly)

Chicago, IL, United States

1042321

Posted on: 7/30/2026 - Final date to receive applications: 8/11/2026

Hiring Department
:
Health Policy and Administration

Location
:
Chicago, IL USA

Requisition : 1042321

Posting Close Date
: 8/10/26

Salary: The wage for this position is $31.65/hour.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

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.

The Food Policy Research (FPR) Program team housed in the UIC School of Public Health Division of Health Policy and Administration is seeking up to two highly organized, motivated, and detail-oriented candidates to support data collection efforts in retail food stores in two cities:
Sacramento, CA and Atlanta, GA. The team is conducting a study to investigate retailer response to recent changes to SNAP programming requirements via retail food store audits. Candidates should reside within or be in close proximity to Sacramento, CA or Atlanta, GA where data collection will take place in retail food stores (travel/relocation to Chicago is not required). Eligible candidates must have access to a personal smartphone, a valid driver’s license, and a personal vehicle.

Mileage and toll costs accrued during the course of the study will be reimbursed.

• Complete mandatory data collection training.
• Conduct field audits at stores across Atlanta, GA or Sacramento, CA. Data will be collected via smartphone through an offline - mobile app.
• Document, maintain, and upload data.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required.
• A minimum of one year related research experience.
• Knowledge of research concepts, practices and procedures.

• Master's degree in social science or related field preferred.
• Ability to follow directions and complete tasks with minimal oversight;
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; and,
• Software literacy in programs such as Word and Excel, and Internet applications.
• Previous experience conducting in-store audits is preferred but not required. Training will be provided prior to that start of data collection.

• Aug – Oct
• Training (8/24 or 8/31 start) – 2 consecutive weeks at 10-20 hours/week
• Data collection (9/15-10/15) – 4 consecutive weeks in at 25-35 hours/week, possible extension through Oct at 10-20 hours/week, work dependent;

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.

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…