Research Intern

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Neurological Sciences-Res Adm

Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0.5 and 0.89)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 4 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 12:00:00 PM)

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Pay Range: $17.00 - 25.00 per hour
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Summary:
The Research Intern is a temporary position designed for undergraduate and graduate students seeking experience in, and exposure to, clinical, laboratory, community, epidemiological, and/or data-driven research at Rush University Medical Center. Working under the supervision of a Principal Investigator (PI) and their research team, Research Interns will actively contribute to research activities and research-related tasks in accordance with institutional policies and regulatory guidelines. Research Interns will develop research skills and knowledge while ensuring compliance with ethical and procedural standards. In some cases, Research Interns may work under multiple PIs and/or multiple departments. Principal Investigators will assign the Research Intern to research-related activities and trainings, provide active performance feedback, and ensure compliance with federal and institutional standards. The individual in this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be currently enrolled in an undergraduate or graduate academic program at an accredited institution.
• Ability to apply analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a research setting.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and/or Google Suite.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, relative to project needs.

Preferred Job Qualifications:
• Interest in learning about research, data analysis, or scientific communication.
• Exposure to or willingness to learn statistical analysis tools (e.g., SPSS, R, Python, MATLAB).
• Awareness of or openness to learning about research ethics, human subjects protections, and regulatory considerations (e.g., IRB processes, HIPAA regulations).

Work Conditions & Commitments:
• Work hours will vary depending on project and/or department needs.
• Paid hourly in accordance with state laws.
• Internship duration will vary depending upon the project needs and student's availability.
• Work may be on-site, hybrid, or remote, depending on project requirements.

Restrictions & Compliance:
Research Interns:
• May not supervise employees.
• May only access Protected Health Information (PHI) with proper IRB approval and required training for relevant projects.
• Are not permitted to engage in any clinical trials research.
• Cannot act as clinicians in any way, even if they are enrolled in medical school; they cannot perform assessments, act as nurses, or conduct study visits, as they are not licensed clinicians.
• May not consent human subjects independently and without direct oversight of Principal Investigator (PI) or other authorized study personnel as delegated by the PI.
• Are required to complete all onboarding and compliance requirements, including background checks, health screenings, and security training.

Responsibilities:
• Adhere to HIPAA, OSHA, FDA, OHRP, and other regulatory bodies for research integrity, data security, and laboratory safety.
• Perform all job responsibilities in compliance with institutional policies and procedures.
• Execute and/or conduct protocol-related activities or experiments.
• Assist with data collection, entry, and analysis for research projects.
• Conduct literature reviews, scientific writing, and assist with manuscript or report preparation for presentations or publications.
• Participate in research team meetings and contribute to study discussions.
• In compliance with all HIPAA regulations, assist in chart reviews, secondary data analysis, and qualitative research, as required including data cleaning, data visualization, literature reviews, and the synthesis of research findings to support ongoing projects.
• Contribute to laboratory research, including biorepositories management, sample collection, preparation, processing, cataloging, and storage as well as conduct assays.
• Assist in database management, conduct preliminary data gathering and interpretation for fiscal research information (e.g., grants).
• Prepare study-related materials, reports, and documentation for internal and external use.
• Contribute to maintaining accurate research records, including compliance documentation.
• Perform research-related activities for studies overseen by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) in compliance with relevant federal regulations for human subjects' safety and protection.
• Assist in preparing and submitting IRB applications and modifications, including preparing informed consent documents, and maintaining compliance with ethical standards, including participant confidentiality.
• Complete all mandatory RUMC trainings.
• Complete any additional required training before engaging in research activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the PI(s) or research team(s).

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.