Research Study Assistant

Join CASL as a Research Study Assistant and Make a Difference

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? Join CASL, where our mission is to connect families and individuals with vital support.

Your Mission:

The Research Study Assistant plays a key role in advancing a collaborative project between CASL’s Alzheimer’s Program and Rush Hospital, aimed at better serving Chinese American individuals living with Alzheimer’s Disease and Other Related Dementias (ADRD) and their families in the Greater Chicago area. This position focuses on community outreach, participant recruitment, facilitating interviews, and collecting qualitative data to explore familial strengths, identify community needs, and advocate for necessary resources.

As part of this initiative, the Research Study Assistant will provide Chinese translation services during interviews, support data collection, and assist with research activities. Reporting to the Alzheimer Program Coordinator with supervision provided by the Associate Director of Behavioral Health, the role ensures effective communication between CASL and Rush Hospital while upholding HIPAA compliance. The position is contingent on project funding through August 31, 2026, with no guaranteed extension beyond the project end date.

About CASL:

The Chinese American Service League is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization dedicated to empowering and serving the Chinese American population and the broader communities. Established with a rich history spanning several decades, CASL has consistently evolved to address the evolving needs of its constituents while fostering cultural pride, integration, and community development.

For over 45 years, CASL's comprehensive programs have connected families and individuals with the vital support they need: providing an educational and cultural foundation for our children, ensuring our seniors live full and independent lives with dignity, enhancing education and training for tomorrow's workforce, putting immigrants on the pathway to citizenship, securing our community's housing and financial well-being, navigating healthcare systems and wellness resources, and providing equal access to justice. Since our founding, CASL has been rooted in the principles of equity and justice. That legacy continues to shape our efforts today as we strive to champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility at all levels of the organization.

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• Recruit study participants within the Chinese American community
• Schedule intake, assessments, and client interviews
• Conduct focus groups and co-facilitate client interviews
• Collect and record qualitative data gained during intake, assessment, and interview
• Facilitate communication between CASL and Rush Collaborates
• Organize and participate community outreach and educational events on caregiving support
• Translate materials during client interviews
• Enter data collected during interviews into relevant systems.
• Maintain detailed client files, including contact dates, assessments, interviews, and other touchpoints. Create reports on observed patterns from data to Alzheimer Program and Rush Collaborators
• Report any concerns or issues to the Principal Investigator (Director of Clinical Services) and the Alzheimer Program Coordinator. Uphold HIPAA compliance when collecting participant information at social events
• Collaborate effectively with CASL Alzheimer’s Program team members 

• Education & Experience:
• Minimum of High school diploma or equivalent (GED);
• Ideal for someone who wants to enter into research/healthcare field
• Experience in research, healthcare environments and/or caregiving roles
• Experience in qualitative data collection and analysis       

• Proficiency in spoken and written Chinese required (Mandarin highly preferred and/or Cantonese) and English. Strong interpersonal skills, including communication, problem-solving, and organization
• Experience working with caregivers and care-recipients while practicing cultural competency

• Frequently required to sit, stand, bend, and walk for extended periods

• This is a part-time role working approximately 1015 hours a week
• Work is performed during standard business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm, with flexibility to work evenings or weekends, as necessary for outreach events
• Hybrid work environment, allowing flexibility to work both onsite at CASL and remotely, as well as within the Chicago community for outreach and engagement activities

Compensation & Benefits:

This position offers an hourly rate of $20.00 – 25.00, reflective of experience and qualifications.  

Join CASL and unlock a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your loved ones. As a full-time employee, you'll enjoy a range of options tailored to your needs: Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage; 401k, PTO, Flexible Spending Account (FSA) & Health Savings Account (HSA); Life Insurance, AD&D Insurance, Disability Insurance; Voluntary Worksite Benefits, Pet Insurance; Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Additionally, our holiday schedule includes New Year’s Day, MLK Day, Chinese New Year, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Indigenous People’s Day, Thanksgiving, the Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Day.

Why Choose CASL:

Inclusivity: Join an organization that values mutual respect and acceptance, fostering a culture of inclusivity.

Empowerment: Support staff empowerment through skill development and growth opportunities.

Collaboration: Be part of a workplace that thrives on collaboration and teamwork.

Transformation: Envision and realize transformative changes in people, processes, and policies.

Resiliency: Work with a dynamic workforce and model resiliency to achieve collective strengths.

Join Us and Make a Difference:

Join us at CASL, where together, we create a brighter future for our community.

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Each resume is reviewed personally by our dedicated team members, not AI. This thorough and thoughtful evaluation process may take a bit of time, so we kindly ask for your patience. Rest assured, we will get back to you as soon as we have an update on your application status. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to reviewing your application.

At CASL, we believe that diverse perspectives fuel innovation and drive success. If you're excited about the opportunity but unsure if you meet every requirement listed, we still encourage you to submit your application. Our company culture thrives on the unique talents and experiences that each individual brings to the table. We're looking for the right fit, and that goes beyond a checklist of qualifications. Join us in shaping a dynamic and inclusive team where your skills and contributions truly matter.

CASL is an equal-opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Salary : $20 - $25