Research Coordinator- Human Longevity Lab

Benefits

• $10,000 Tuition Reimbursement per year ($5,700 part-time)
• $10,000 Student Loan Repayment ($5,000 part-time)
• $1,000 Professional Development per year ($500 part-time)
• $250 Wellbeing Fund per year($125 for part-time)
• Matching 401(k)
• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage
• Life insurance
• Annual Employee Salary Increase and Incentive Bonus
• Paid time off and Holiday pay

Northwestern Medicine is powered by a community of colleagues who are purpose-driven and committed to our mission to deliver world-class care. Here, you'll work alongside some of the best clinical talent in the nation leading the way in medical innovation and breakthrough research with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.

We recognize where you've been, and we support where you're headed. We celebrate diverse perspectives and experiences, which fuel our commitment to equity and culture of service.

Grow your career with comprehensive training and development opportunities, mentorship programs, educational support and student loan repayment.

• Create the life you envision for yourself with flexible work options, a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund and a Total Rewards package that support your physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being.
• Make a difference through volunteer opportunities we offer in local communities and drive inclusive change through our workforce-led resource groups.

From discovery to delivery, come help us shape the future of medicine.

Description

The Research Coordinator reflects the mission, vision, and values of Northwestern Memorial, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines, and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

The Research Coordinator is a member of the investigative team conducting a study titled “Outcome Evaluation of a Structured Program of Deep Breathing and Arm Exercises.  As the primary data collector for the research site, Coordinator must maintain a comprehensive knowledge of required data elements, comply with accepted standards for performing data collection, and implement data management and quality assurance procedures that ensure maintenance and submission of accurate, timely, complete, and reliable data. 

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for coordinating the process for obtaining informed consent and enrolling patients in the study through direct contact with patients, families and nursing staff.
• Check for new admissions and screen patients on participating units for inclusion/exclusion criteria.
• Review medical records of study subjects.
• Obtain and document study measurements such as vital capacity, NIF, quantity of secretions, and length of stay.
• Teach patients and families deep breathing and arm exercises and monitor quantity and quality of exercise program.
• Teach nurses and respiratory therapists their roles in the study.
• Collaborate with nurses and respiratory therapists in caring for study patients.
• Maintain active and frequent communication with the principal investigator.
• Maintain study database.
• Support Principal Investigator, with analysis of data. 
• Develop procedures to enhance the use of data for tracheostomy patients.

Qualifications

Required

• Baccalaureate degree
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be flexible with hours to accommodate patient recruitment.
• Strong computer skills including PC, Windows, and Microsoft Office Suite and email experience
• Strong medical terminology experience and ability to read medical records

Preferred

• Clinical research experience
• CITI Training

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.