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.

General Summary:

The Behavioral Research Coordinator (BRC) II will support pediatric behavioral research at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago through the Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute. 

This project expands upon the existing ADA-funded study led by Dr. Kelsey Brzezinski assessing psychosocial and metabolic outcomes of attending ADA-sponsored overnight diabetes camp. The expansion includes non-ADA overnight diabetes camps and diabetes day camps, examining immediate and long-term (6- and 12-month) psychosocial and metabolic outcomes for camp attendees versus non-attendees. Using qualitative and quantitative methods, the study evaluates caregiver and youth perceptions, camp staff input, mechanisms of change, and camp-level system characteristics influencing optimal outcomes.

This role is grant funded

Essential Job Functions:

• Manages research projects, including study start-up, protocol coordination, monitoring, and close-out activities.

• Maintains strict adherence to study protocols and regulatory standards throughout all phases of the study.

• Manages study regulatory activities by preparing and maintaining all regulatory documents and regulatory agencies, including protocols, informed consent documents, recruitment materials, initial submissions, modifications, and renewals.

• Maintains comprehensive study documentation such as regulatory binders and correspondence.

• Coordinates the conduct of behavioral research projects with various departments, adheres to standard operating procedures (SOPs) to ensure adherence to research protocols and regulatory standards, and track deadlines for grants and deliverables.

• Identifies and recruits eligible study subjects, manage the informed consent/assent process, coordinate the reimbursement of study participants, and serve as the primary liaison for participant inquiries.

• Arranges and conducts research visits, including delivering behavioral interventions, such as administering surveys, facilitating interviews, and leading focus groups.

• Abstracts and enters data from medical records onto protocol-specific case report forms and electronic systems, record data on source documents and CRFs, and conduct statistical analysis under PI supervision.

• Conducts quality assurance activities by adhering to research protocols and applicable regulations (OHRP, FDA, GCP), performing QA/QC checks for database validity, and ensuring ongoing data monitoring to maintain high standards of research integrity.

• Attends research meetings and actively participate in educational conferences to promote the ethical conduct of research and stay informed about best practices.

• Participates in the preparation and presentation of research findings through abstract and poster development and assists in the writing and editing manuscripts.

• Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Bachelor’s degree and one year research experience required. A combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience is directly related to the duties of the job. 

• Proficient organizational skills with ability to manage multiple studies.  Proficient verbal and written communications skills. 

• Proficient knowledge of FDA, HSR, and GCP Guidelines. 

• Proficient analytical skills with the ability to recognize quantitative and qualitative research methods and remain agile and adaptable to various technological systems. 

• Proficient entry level leadership skills.

• Recognizes the need to prioritize tasks, problem solve, and work with others.

• Assists to foster an inclusive environment where all team members feel valued and respected.

Education

Pay Range

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 Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. 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.  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.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org