Research Analyst
Company: University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Department BSD PSY - Keedy Lab About the Department To honor our
promise to always put our patients first and to be ever mindful of
each patients dignity and individuality, we must also be at the
forefront of transformative discovery and innovation in psychiatric
care. Job Summary In the Cognition Emotion Neuroscience Laboratory
(CENSL) studies the overlap between cognitive and emotional neural
systems, with a major focus on psychotic disorders.
Responsibilities Maintains recruiting and scheduling research
subjects; assists with developing or amending study protocols;
assists with developing data collection tools; assists with
building databases; and provides general administrative support.
Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory
policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field. Coordinates
and supports the day-to-day activities of research projects and
ongoing studies. Supports the collection, organization, and
analysis of research data, ensuring accurate and timely reporting
of research and some clinical research data. Performs various
aspects of clinical research, such as collecting and processing
specimens, interviewing subjects, taking vital signs, and
contributing to the case report. Performs EEG, eye-tracking, and
MRI data collection and maintains associated data. Reviews
protocols and provides information to the care team on adjusting
treatments based on individual patient needs. Coordinates and may
participate in quality assurance reviews conducted by study
sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.
Analyzes study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets,
procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review
board documents, or progress reports. Must have reliable
transportation as this position requires travel to multiple
research locations. Maintains technical and administrative support
for a research project. Analyzes and maintains data and/or
specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of
reports, manuscripts and other documents. Performs other related
work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum
requirements include a college or university degree in related
field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and
skills developed through Certifications: Preferred Qualifications
Education: Bachelor's in field relevant to the research
(Psychology). Experience: Experience with clinical assessment.
Experience with programming or script-driven data analyses.
Experience with human subjects behavioral testing. Preferred
Competencies Highly organized. Warm and professional interpersonal
style. Motivated to learn challenging new skills. Experience
contributing to research manuscripts, reports, or publications.
Ability to work autonomously. Application Documents Resume
(required) Cover Letter (required) When applying, the document(s)
MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled
Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role
Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Drug Test
Required Yes Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry
Required Yes Pay Rate Type Hourly ? FLSA Status Non-Exempt ? Pay
Range $24.04 - $33.65 The included pay rate or range represents the
University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer
for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The
University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and
resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and
paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found
in the Benefits Guidebook . Posting Statement The University of
Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin,
shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability,
military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected
classes under the law. For additional information please see the
University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a
reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should
call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
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automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the
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and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances
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