Clinical Research Coordinator 2, Alzheimer’s Research

Department BSD NEU – HAARC About the Department The Department of Neurology at The University of Chicago Medical Center has a great history and tradition, having made significant contributions to neurological training, clinical care, and the basic understanding of neurological disease. The Healthy Aging & Alzheimer’s Research Care (HAARC) Center is a new multidisciplinary center at the University of Chicago focused on implementing research on aging, Alzheimer’s and related dementia. This at‑will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance. Job Summary The Communication Bridge Research Program at the HAARC Center is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator 2 to support the daily clinical trial activities of a groundbreaking intervention study. The study uses a telemedicine video chat and a custom web application to maximize communication participation and quality of life for people with Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) and their partners. Responsibilities Manage recruitment and scheduling of research subjects and assist in developing or modifying study protocols, data collection tools, and databases. Coordinate all aspects of the study from initiation to conclusion—including recruitment, screening, obtaining informed consent, and collecting research data—while ensuring strict adherence to protocol guidelines. Analyze and maintain research data, conduct comprehensive literature reviews, and contribute to reports, manuscripts, and other documents. Support training of new coordinators to ensure seamless integration into the research team. Help facilitate and participate in daily activities of multiple moderately complex clinical trials, performing all aspects of clinical data management, including patient data retrieval, referring MD office records, preparing clinical research charts, and participating in program audits. Solve straightforward problems related to compliance, financial, and other clinical study aspects. Perform other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: College or university degree in a related field. Work Experience: 2–5 years of experience in a related job discipline. Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in social, biological, or healthcare sciences. Experience: Two years of clinical research experience working with adults who have aphasia or a related dementia syndrome. Ability to train or teach others. Strong data management skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management and ability to prioritize work assignments. Strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills. Adaptability to changing working situations and assignments. Working knowledge of Good Clinical Practices. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an affirmative action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans organization and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, 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 see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call View phone number on click.appcast.io or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. The University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. #J-18808-Ljbffr