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Clinical Research Coordinator

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Nov 07, 2026


Clinical Research Coordinator

1043556- Clinical Research Coordinator

Hiring Department: Department of Psychiatry, College of Medicine

Location: Chicago, IL, 60612

Requisition ID: 1043556

Salary: The wage for this position is $50,000 to $54,000

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary


The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day execution and coordination of clinical trials or clinical research studies, including participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, retention, scheduling study visits, assessments, and ongoing communication. The position ensures the timely and accurate implementation of study protocols and compliance with regulatory and human subject's requirements.

The coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for study participants and works closely with the Clinical Study Manager, Senior Research Specialist, study physician, and research team to coordinate study activities. Responsibilities include protocol implementation, participant and treatment scheduling, data entry and management, IRB-related activities, data preparation and analysis, report preparation, and data sharing compliance. The coordinator also collaborates with internal departments and external partners as needed to support successful study co

Duties & Responsibilities


  • Job Responsibilities (Essential Duties): _x000d_ Perform hands-on laboratory experiments supporting research in neurodevelopment and psychiatric disease. Maintain human pluripotent stem-cell cultures and generate and maintain human cortical organoids and other cell-based models. Conduct experimental treatments and sample collection and perform molecular, cellular, imaging, and biochemical assays. Assist with optimization and troubleshooting of experimental protocols and preparation of samples for downstream analyses_x000d_ Support routine laboratory operations, including preparation of media and reagents, maintenance of laboratory supplies and inventories, organization of shared laboratory materials and equipment, and coordination of routine equipment maintenance. Assist in maintaining laboratory organization and compliance with applicable institutional research and safety procedures._x000d_ Collect, organize, and perform preliminary processing of experimental data. Maintain accurate and timely experimental records, protocols, sample inventories, and other research documentation. Assist with organization of data and experimental materials for analysis, presentation, and preparation of scientific reports and manuscripts._x000d_ Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants, including explaining the research protocol and obtaining informed consent for study screening activities in accordance with IRB-approved procedures._x000d_ Assist with all aspects of the clinical trial protocol, serving as a point of contact for study participants._x000d_ Administer structured interviews and cognitive assessment batteries, obtain physical measures, train participants on wearable devices, and escort participants to assessments conducted at other laboratories on campus._x000d_ Process blood and related biological samples, preparation of study equipment and phlebotomy tubes, sample labeling, handling, storage, and transport to designated laboratories in compliance with protocol and safety requirements._x000d_ Enter data into study databases._x000d_ Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. _x000d_
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
  • :

    The Women's Health Research Program, Pauline Maki, PhD (University of Illinois Chicago, Department of Psychiatry), is seeking a Clinical Research Coordinator to work on clinical trials and clinical research studies.

    Job Summary:

    The Clinical Research Coordinator is responsible for the day-to-day execution and coordination of clinical trials or clinical research studies, including participant recruitment, screening, enrollment, retention, scheduling study visits, assessments, and ongoing communication. The position ensures the timely and accurate implementation of study protocols and compliance with regulatory and human subject's requirements.
    The coordinator serves as the primary point of contact for study participants and works closely with the Clinical Study Manager, Senior Research Specialist, study physician, and research team to coordinate study activities. Responsibilities include protocol implementation, participant and treatment scheduling, data entry and management, IRB-related activities, data preparation and analysis, report preparation, and data sharing compliance. The coordinator also collaborates with internal departments and external partners as needed to support successful study conduct.
    The position requires strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with demonstrated ability to manage study activities while maintaining participant safety, data quality, and protocol compliance.

    Job Responsibilities (Essential Duties):

    Perform hands-on laboratory experiments supporting research in neurodevelopment and psychiatric disease. Maintain human pluripotent stem-cell cultures and generate and maintain human cortical organoids and other cell-based models. Conduct experimental treatments and sample collection and perform molecular, cellular, imaging, and biochemical assays. Assist with optimization and troubleshooting of experimental protocols and preparation of samples for downstream analyses
    Support routine laboratory operations, including preparation of media and reagents, maintenance of laboratory supplies and inventories, organization of shared laboratory materials and equipment, and coordination of routine equipment maintenance. Assist in maintaining laboratory organization and compliance with applicable institutional research and safety procedures.
    Collect, organize, and perform preliminary processing of experimental data. Maintain accurate and timely experimental records, protocols, sample inventories, and other research documentation. Assist with organization of data and experimental materials for analysis, presentation, and preparation of scientific reports and manuscripts.
    Recruit, screen, and enroll study participants, including explaining the research protocol and obtaining informed consent for study screening activities in accordance with IRB-approved procedures.
    Assist with all aspects of the clinical trial protocol, serving as a point of contact for study participants.
    Administer structured interviews and cognitive assessment batteries, obtain physical measures, train participants on wearable devices, and escort participants to assessments conducted at other laboratories on campus.
    Process blood and related biological samples, preparation of study equipment and phlebotomy tubes, sample labeling, handling, storage, and transport to designated laboratories in compliance with protocol and safety requirements.
    Enter data into study databases.
    Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

    Minimum Qualifications
    Job Knowledge & Skills, Education, Experience:
    Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, psychology or related field required. At least one year's experience in women's health, clinical, or epidemiological research. 1 year of prior experience coordinating clinical trials and experience in protocol-driven research operations, principles and procedures; knowledge of aspects of clinical trials such as screening, interviewing, knowledge of computer data management; knowledge of ethics and regulatory procedures (i.e. informed consent process, data safety and monitoring plans, principles of data collection and documentation). Experience with study administrative and business operations. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

    Preferred Qualifications
    Preferred Qualifications:
    Master's degree in social science/related field. 2 years of prior experience coordinating clinical trials and experience in protocol-driven research operations, principles, and procedures. Experience with neurocognitive testing and REDCap.
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    Bachelor's degree in neuroscience, psychology or related field required. At least one year's experience in women's health, clinical, or epidemiological research. 1 year of prior experience coordinating clinical trials and experience in protocol-driven research operations, principles and procedures; knowledge of aspects of clinical trials such as screening, interviewing, knowledge of computer data management; knowledge of ethics and regulatory procedures (i.e. informed consent process, data safety and monitoring plans, principles of data collection and documentation). Experience with study administrative and business operations. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Master's degree in social science/related field. 2 years of prior experience coordinating clinical trials and experience in protocol-driven research operations, principles, and procedures. Experience with neurocognitive testing and REDCap.
    Benefits and Compensation:
    The wage for this position is $50,000 to $54,000 for full-time efforts (1.0 FTE).
    We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications. The final salary will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.
    This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
    Please visit our department website at www.psych.uic.edu. Applicants must apply online at http://jobs.uic.edu and reference Job Requisition 1043556 and submit a CV and three names of references by 11/24/2026. The application review process will start after posting close date and will continue until the position is filled. The start date is flexible.
    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
    The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
    The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
    Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

    The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

    To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/21299?c=uic

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