Job Details

Part-Time Research Assistant

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

Position Details

Job Title - RESEARCH ASST I

Position Number - 8350275

Work Modality - Fully Remote Work

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? - No

Job Category - University Staff

Job Type - Part-Time

FLSA Status - Non-Exempt

Campus - Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name - SCHOOL OF NURSING

Location Code - SCHOOL OF NURSING (02400A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? - Yes

Duties and Responsibilities - Position SummaryThe Part-Time Research Assistant independently implements research procedures and supports day-to-day study operations for federally funded behavioral and clinical research studies. This position assumes responsibility for participant management, data quality, technical implementation of research systems, mentoring junior staff, and contributing to scientific dissemination under the direction of the Study Coordinator and investigators.

Participant Recruitment & EngagementCollaborate on local and national participant recruitment, enrollment, and retention efforts.Coordinate participant scheduling and monitor participant progress throughout study participation.Coordinate participant compensation activities and maintain required documentation.Coordinate Parent Advisory Council meetings, prepare meeting materials, document discussions, and facilitate communication with members.

Study Implementation & Data CollectionImplement study protocols involving surveys, interviews, 7-dayEMA, and recorded family interactions.Build, manage, and troubleshoot electronic survey packets andEMAsystems.Conduct virtual study visits including surveys, interviews, and family interaction sessions following established protocols.Conduct virtual study visits with Spanish-speaking participants and families, as assigned.Assist with oversight of informed consent, assent, and study documentation.

Data Management & Quality AssurancePerform data entry, verification, coding, quality assurance, and data management.Code interview and family interaction recordings while maintaining coding reliability.Code Spanish-language interviews and family interaction recordings, as assigned.Assist with data analysis and interpretation.Identify protocol deviations and contribute to corrective actions.

Research Operations & CommunicationMaintain and update the study website, including participant resources, recruitment materials, and study announcements.Monitor website inquiries and coordinate responses with study leadership.Mentor Research Assistant I staff and student assistants.Participate in research team meetings.Assist with preparation of abstracts, manuscripts, presentations, and dissemination activities.

Other ResponsibilitiesPerform other research-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience - EducationRequired: Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or educationPreferred: Bachelors DegreeExperienceRequired: NonePreferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Qualifications - Required QualificationsBachelor's degree in nursing, public health, psychology, social work, health sciences, or another health-related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.Minimum of one to two years of experience supporting clinical, behavioral, or community-based research studies.Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and written and verbal communication skills, with exceptional attention to detail.Availability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, to accommodate virtual participant study visits.Preferred QualificationsBachelor's or graduate degree in nursing (BSN,MSN, or equivalent) preferred.Previous experience working with individuals and families living with spina bifida or other chronic health or complex care condition.Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred.Knowledge, understanding, and commitment to the mission and values of Loyola University Chicago and the Marcella Niehoff School of Nursing

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses - Bachelor's degree in nursing, public health, psychology, social work, health sciences, or another health-related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Computer Skills - Competency in Office applications, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Supervisory Responsibilities - No

Required operation of university owned vehicles - No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? - Yes

Physical Demands - None

Working Conditions - Irregular Hours

Open Date - 07/08/2026

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate - $30/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate - $25/hr