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Graduate Hourly - Department of Medicine: Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Oct 14, 2025
Graduate Hourly - Department of Medicine: Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science Graduate Hourly - Department of Medicine: Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science Hiring Department: Department of Medicine Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1037489 Posting Close Date: October 31, 2025 Salary: The budgeted wage range for the position is $31.03/hr to $35/hr. 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. Project Overview The Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science (CDIS) within the Department of Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking a graduate hourly to support an NIH-funded study addressing health disparities and sexual and reproductive health practices among Latina teens (14-18 years old). In partnership with community-based organizations throughout the Chicagoland area and drawing on an implementation science approach, we will deliver the Floreciendo sexual and reproductive health program to Latina teens and their female caregivers (mothers, aunts, sisters, etc.) as part of a pilot randomized optimization trial. Workshops take place on the weekends at community partners in the Chicagoland area. A community advisory board is guiding all aspects of the research, which uses community-based participatory research principles. The study is funded by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development. We seek a graduate RA to support with the delivery of workshops. Position Summary The Graduate Hourly will administer questionnaires and feedback forms to study participants in English and Spanish. This position will also assist with workshop logistics and contribute to data entry, management, and analysis. The Graduate Hourly will perforn administrative tasks, such as contributing to IRB submissions and taking meeting notes. - Approximately 8 hours per week. Duties & Responsibilities - Consenting study participants in English and Spanish - Administering questionnaires to study participants in English and Spanish - Administering feedback forms to study participants in English and Spanish - Conducting STI testing among teen participants (training will be provided) - Observing workshops - Assisting with workshop logistics as needed - Contributing to data entry, management, and analysis - Contributing to the activities of our community advisory board - Performing administrative tasks, such as contributing to IRB submissions and taking meeting notes - Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bilingual in English and Spanish. Currently enrolled in a master's or doctoral program in public health, social work, psychiatry, or other related social science field. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency with MS Office (including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint). Strong organizational skills. Must be available to travel to community partner organizations throughout the Chicagoland area to support workshop delivery on weekends (primarily Saturdays). Preferred Qualifications Research experience with Latino teens and/or families. Experience with Redcap and/or MAXQDA 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. 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