Behavioral Research Coordinator II

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

The Behavioral Research Coordinator II coordinates and supports behavioral and clinical research studies within SCHORE in collaboration with the Family and Child Health Innovations Program (FCHIP). FCHIP aims to advance children’s well-being through understanding the roles of parents across diverse family contexts and is a national leader in research on the role of fathers in child and family health. This role supports the NIH-funded CHAMPION Fathers (Cardiovascular Health AssessMent and Primary Care CoordinatION for Fathers) study and the philanthropy-funded SEE Fathers in Child Health (Stakeholder Engagement for Enhancing Father-Involvement and Child Health Outcomes Research) study. These projects focus on father engagement, cardiovascular health, and child health outcomes. The Coordinator will support study start-up, regulatory activities, participant recruitment, data collection, key stakeholder engagement, and project implementation. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to innovative, father-focused research programs within a nationally recognized research group.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assists with and coordinates behavioral research projects, including study start-up, implementation, and close-out activities.
• Prepares and maintains regulatory documentation, including IRB submissions, modifications, renewals, and study binders.
• Coordinates with clinical and research teams to ensure effective study implementation and compliance with protocols.
• Identifies, recruits, and consents eligible participants; coordinates study visits and follow-up activities.
• Collects and abstracts data from participants and medical records; enters and maintains data in electronic systems (e.g., REDCap).
• Performs data quality checks and ensures accuracy and completeness of study data.
• Develops and maintains study materials, including recruitment tools, referral resources, and tracking systems.
• Coordinates participant reimbursement and maintains study-related records.
• Tracks timelines, deadlines, and deliverables for assigned projects.
• Collaborates with community stakeholders, including advisory boards, to support study implementation and interpretation.
• Assists with literature reviews, data summaries, and preparation of abstracts and manuscripts.
• Participates in research meetings and training to promote ethical conduct and regulatory compliance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of research experience preferred.
• Combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of degree when directly related to the role.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple studies simultaneously.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Working knowledge of research regulations and guidelines (FDA, OHRP, GCP).
• Proficiency with data management systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Analytical skills with ability to support quantitative and qualitative research activities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

Pay Range

$49,920.00-$81,619.20 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Adoption benefits
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
• Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org

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