Visiting Research Associate II - CDIS

Hiring Department : Department of Medicine Location : Chicago, IL US Requisition ID : 1041985 Posting Close Date : 8/1/2026 Salary : $55,000 to $70,000 Position Summary The Visiting Research Associate II (Community Outreach and Recruitment Coordinator) assists with a community‑based research project to implement a family‑based HIV prevention program for Black girls and their male caregivers (IMAGE). Duties primarily focus on partnering with community‑based organizations and recruiting and retaining Black girls and male caregivers in the IMAGE program. Duties & Responsibilities Perform surveys, interviews, observations or other methods according to established research protocols. Collect, process and analyze data; summarize research and test results. Assist with study protocol development. Coordinate the ordering, inventory and maintenance of equipment, instruments and data collection and analysis tools. Prepare and contribute statistical data and pertinent information for papers, grants and other documents. Complete required documentation for regulatory agencies. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Attend community events on weekdays and weekends to identify eligible families for workshops implementing an evidence‑based HIV prevention curriculum. Establish relationships with community‑based organizations serving the target population to nurture partnerships. Inform Black families, including mothers, daughters (ages 13‑24), and male caregivers (fathers, grandfathers, older brothers, cousins, and uncles) about the IMAGE project through one‑on‑one interactions and collective speaking opportunities. Work collaboratively with other project staff to recruit, enroll, and retain potential research program participants, including attending weekly project meetings. Utilize REDCap for consent procedures and data collection. Provide administrative support at IMAGE workshops on the weekends. Lead a recruitment team consisting of independent recruiters in the community supporting IMAGE. Complete required training and compliance modules (CITI IRB, HIPAA). Act professionally in all capacities, especially in representing IMAGE in community settings and building relationships. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree required with a background in clinical psychology, mental health, social work, medicine, nursing, or public health preferred. At least one year of related research experience. Experience teaching and/or working with adolescents and/or young adults in a youth agency setting, community health center, or social service. Knowledge of reproductive health, STIs, and HIV/AIDS prevention. Ability to work independently and collaborate with others, autonomously managing a recruitment team of hourly contractors for IMAGE. Experience working with marginalized communities and communicating health topics with empathy. Preferred Qualifications & Legal Statement The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status. It complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees and may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools in some portions of the candidate review process; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. Benefits Eligible for health, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents. #J-18808-Ljbffr UI Health