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Research Associate I - (Hourly) Center for Dissemination and Implementation Scie
Chicago, IL
Job Description
Research Associate I - (Hourly) Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science
Research Associate I - (Hourly) Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science
Hiring Department: Department of Medicine
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1024335
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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
The University of Illinois Chicago's Center for Dissemination and Implementation Science is seeking facilitators for the IMARA for Black Male Caregivers and Girls Empowerment (IMAGE) study. A major component of our study is engaging Black families and communities in research using culturally sensitive methods. IMAGE aims to study the implementation and delivery of the IMAGE intervention and enhance community-based organizations' capacity to provide prevention programming for Black girls (aged 13-18 years) and their male caregivers (18+). IMAGE is funded by the National Institutes of Minority Health Disparities, R01MD018929.
The IMAGE study is a randomized controlled trial to evaluate an innovative and uniquely tailored HIV/STI, sexual, and reproductive health intervention program designed for Black girls and their male caregivers.
The facilitator will conduct intervention workshops with participants and assist as needed in participant enrollment and data collection.
Duties & Responsibilities
Interventions may occur at various sites in the community and the University of Illinois Chicago. Travel throughout the city will be necessary using a personal vehicle. Some activities will occur in the evenings and/or weekends. Candidates must be willing to maintain a flexible schedule that includes evening and weekend hours.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in the social or health sciences (i.e., social work, public health, nursing, medicine) or related field
- Experience working with youth and families
- Experience with facilitation of group-based health-related interventions, group process, and behavior management
- Ability to travel to multiple work sites and comfort working in community settings
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced degree in a relevant area such as public health, psychology, or social work
- Strong interpersonal skills and exceptional professionalism
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work autonomously and complete job responsibilities independently
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Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
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