Project Associate

We are seeking a Project Associate to join our research team, this is a hybrid position. This position supports a variety of research and project management activities, including data coordination, technical writing, and logistics for project implementation. The Project Associate plays a key role in supporting research initiatives, ensuring high-quality documentation, and facilitating collaboration across internal teams and external partners. Occasional travel and flexibility to meet project deadlines may be required.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leading provider of integrated health care services. Since 1973, Chestnut has grown to more than 800 committed, compassionate employees providing substance use, mental health, and primary care treatment to patients in Illinois and Missouri. We provide fully integrated care for all our patients by combining behavioral health care services with our community-based primary care health centers. Chestnut also conducts research and training throughout the U.S.A.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain project files, including recruitment materials, literature reviews, data products, and data sharing agreements
• Perform technical writing and editing for peer-reviewed publications, presentations, grant proposals, reports, and intervention materials
• Conduct research and internet searches to support project needs, including guidelines, reference materials, and logistical planning
• Assist in preparing, compiling, and organizing materials for reports, meetings, and trainings
• Support project file management, ensuring accurate organization and distribution of documents
• Assist with basic qualitative and quantitative data analysis in collaboration with research team members
• Coordinate logistics for data collection and intervention activities, including scheduling, communications, travel, and venue arrangements
• Support participant engagement activities, including consent processes and communication
• Collaborate with project leadership to develop and implement research protocols and ensure consistency across team members
• Assist with cross-training staff on project procedures and protocols
• Travel as needed to support project activities, meetings, and trainings

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social sciences OR Bachelor’s degree with relevant research experience
• Demonstrated experience in research support, project coordination, or related field
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Experience with technical writing and editing preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general research tools
• Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and priorities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Are you intrigued by this job but don’t meet every single requirement? Chestnut is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you’re excited about any of our posted positions but your experience doesn’t line up perfectly, please apply anyway! We’d love to explore the possibilities with you.

Chestnut Health Systems is a leader in the effort to achieve health equity, providing high-quality health and human services in underserved communities. We deliver trauma-informed, fully integrated care by combining behavioral health with community-based primary health care. Chestnut’s research division is nationally recognized for its contribution to evidence-based practices. Our empathic and innovative employees live our mission of making a difference.

Chestnut offers a new salary structure and robust benefits!

EOE – Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled. Chestnut welcomes applications from qualified individuals with recovery experience.

The anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $47,320 - $53,945 annual salary. There are several factors taken into consideration in determining base pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, skills, education, experience, local market conditions, and internal equity.

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