Research Study Manager - RADC - Full-time

Location: Chicago, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Medical Center Hospital: Rush University Medical Center Department: Rush Alzheimers Dis Ctr-ResFac Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 1Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:00:00 AM - 4:30:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (Pay Range: $45.59 - $66.16 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush's anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary: The Research Study Manager may coordinate either multiple studies or a single very complex Epidemiological, Behavioral, Human Translational, or Population Health research study. Function as the operational supervisor for the study, as well as performing related research activities. The Research Study Manager works in close partnership with the Principal Investigator (PI) to ensure the research is conducted in accordance with the study protocol, local, state, and federal guidelines related to epidemiologic/behavioral/translational research. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision, and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Other information: Required Job Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree. • 10 years of general research experience with a minimum of eight years coordinating Human Subjects research. • Knowledge of Good Epidemiological Practice (GEP) and/or Good Clinical Practice (GCP). • Strong knowledge in area of research. • Strong analytical and organizational skills with a high attention to details. • Off-site travel within the metropolitan Chicago area required. Extent will be determined by project needs. Travel outside of metropolitan Chicago area possibly required if necessary to meet project needs. • Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite including comfort with statistical, graphing and presentation software. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to collaborate and build rapport at all levels of the organization • Ability to interpret scientific literature and contribute to scholarly publications. Preferred Job Qualifications: • Master's degree. • Prior experience managing staff. • Knowledge of data recording and procedures in longitudinal research projects preferred Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Responsibilities: • Responsible for operational aspects of the assigned studies, including oversight of research staff. • Directly supervises research team, including study and/or engagement coordinators. • Independently coordinates multiple large and/or complex research studies. • Oversees study start-up, initiation activities, protocol-specific procedures, development of reports, data integrity, oversight of study equipment and supply needs, and study close-out. • Works closely with Principal Investigator (PI) and research team to develop and monitor study-related Standard Operating Procedures for new and existing study protocols. • Responsible for the identification of suitable participants, recruitment, obtaining consents (including consents for organ donation), the annual evaluation, including a neurologic examination, cognitive testing, medical interview, physical performance tests, blood draw, and blood testing, and reports to participants regarding medical alerts (e.g., abnormal laboratory findings). • Responsible for data quality, organization, and adherence to GEP, and/or GCP, and all federal, state, and local guidelines related to EPI/translational research. • Follows Federal and Rush guidelines in the collection of study data and/ other study-related activities. • Responsible for collaborating and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders across the national ADRC network, or with participating sites with more than 2,300 participants who need annual evaluation. • Assists the PI and/or research administration with the development of grant proposals and completion of reports. • May assist with data organization and analysis. • Oversees staff scheduling, workload, training, performance feedback, employee reimbursements, and recommendations on employment decisions. • Uses discretion to resolve staffing and study issues, including troubleshooting field issues when necessary. • Assists with Institutional Review Board assignments such as initial study approval, amendments, continuing reviews, and study documents, along with other regulatory considerations. • Stays current with industry trends and/or federal guidelines; summarizes and shares relevant industry information during internal and external presentations. • Works closely with senior staff/faculty in resource planning, including coordination of shared study staff. 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.

Created: 2026-03-10