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Cook County·Chicago, Illinois
Core center research study coordinator · $61,730 - $69,864/yr
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Shaded band: the middle 50% of 1,882 posted healthcare roles in Chicago, Illinois salarys. This role sits in the 41st percentile.
Pay for this role is about 12% below the Chicago, Illinois median for similar positions.
The Research Study Coordinator manages day-to-day clinical research operations, including participant recruitment, screening, and protocol implementation. They work closely with the Principal Investigator to maintain databases, collect data, and ensure adherence to study protocols and regulatory guidelines.
The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on Cook County Health (CCH) policy.
Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at CCH.
For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.
LOCATION: RUTH ROTHSTIEN CORE CENTER DEPARTMENT: CORE RESEARCH - Grant 2026 CCH CTN 0152 Evaluation of Tirzepatide SHIFT: 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM POSTING SALARY: $61,730 - $69,864 Yearly This position is exempt from Career Service under the CCH Personnel Rules.
JOB SUMMARY: NON-UNION The CORE Center Research Study Coordinator (Coordinator) is responsible for the day-to-day operations of clinical research studies.
The Coordinator will recruit and screen new study participants and complete all protocol required activities.
Works closely with the Principal Investigator to implement and administer all study related questionnaires and/or interviews, study driven procedures, and maintenance of research subject database.
This is a grant-funded position.
The Grant 2026 CCH CTN 0152 Evaluation of Tirzepatide will expire on August 31, 2028, with the potential to be renewed.
Typical Duties Coordinates and schedules participant research visits.
Obtains consent from research participants and ensures participants understand the protocol and what is expected of them while participating.
Administers interviewer study questionnaires and or interviews.
Obtains and maintain familiarity and working relationships with an interpreter to support documentation translation services for the purpose of assuring language needs are met for patients contemplating participation in research.
Completes study protocol procedures according to study specific operating requirements.
Ensures integrity of data entry, edits, and storage per study protocol.
Facilitates the collection of medical records per study protocol.
Coordinates with the research team to facilitate timely data collection and submission.
Responsible for retention efforts and retaining participants on study, according to the visit schedule set forth by the protocol.
Prepares shipments of dangerous goods according to relevant guidelines.
Candidates must hold at least a bachelor's degree and possess one year of experience in a clinical research or public health setting. Required certifications include Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) training.
Remains current and updated on relevant State and Federal research guidelines and regulations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university is required (Must provide official transcripts at time of interview). One (1) year of experience working in a clinical research or public health setting is required Experience preparing shipments of dangerous goods is required Experience and knowledge working with medical technology is required Must have complete Good Clinical Practice (GCP) training and Human Subjects Protection (HSP) training is required Proficiency using Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) is required
Previous experience in a public facing research or health education role is preferred Understanding of the ethical and technical conduct of research or work experience in public health, epidemiology, health promotion is preferred Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) concepts is preferred
Market context
In Illinois, core center research study coordinators typically compete in roles requiring a bachelor’s degree, clinical or public health experience, and current GCP and Human Subjects Protection training. Benefits may include paid vacation and holidays, medical, sick, and vision coverage; the listed salary range is $61,730–$69,864 annually. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original description, saving research time—confirm details and training status before applying.