Research Associate I (oGVHD) - Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences at UIC Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

Job Summary:

The Research Associate I will be participating in translational Dry Eye & Ocular Graft Versus Host Disease research.  The Research Associate I will assist the Principal Investigator with clinical trials management, IRB submissions, and conduct literature searches and writing for Ocular Graft Versus Host Disease research.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist Principal Investigator with manuscript and grant preparation and submissions.
• Help in obtaining, completing, and submitting appropriate forms for regulatory approvals.
• Assist Principal Investigator with performing surveys, interviews, observations or uses other methods according to established research protocols.
• Analyze and generate imaging and history data from recruited patients seen in the Dry Eye & ocular GVHD Clinic.
• Collaborate with Ophthalmology's Clinical Research Coordinators to execute details of studies per sponsor agreement.
• Conduct literature searches and writing for Ocular Graft Versus Host Disease
• Order research supplies and maintain inventories and equipment
• Maintain detailed records of results and prepare written reports.
• Maintain and process required paperwork.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required.
• Knowledge of fundamental research concepts, practices and procedures.
• Entry level knowledge of research methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish/English
• 2 years experience in Ophthalmology research and/or clinical setting preferred.
• Proficiency in ophthalmology terminologies and methodologies preferred. 

To apply, please visit: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/9201?c=uic  and upload:

• Resume
• Names and contact information for 3 references

For fullest consideration, please submit an application by April 29, 2024

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