What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Specialist - Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition position at University of Illinois Chicago?
Hiring Department: Kinesiology and Nutrition
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1028486
Posting Close Date: January 21, 2025
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $52,000 to $62,500. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints.
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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.
Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
UIC is one of the nation’s leading research institutions, with $446 million in annual research expenditures during 2021. UIC is designated as a Carnegie Research-1 (Doctoral/Research-Extensive) university, located in one of the largest and most diverse metropolitan areas in the US. UIC’s student body, with over 30,000 students (undergraduate, graduate, and professional), is considered one of the most diverse in the United States. UIC is federally recognized as a Minority-Serving Institution through its status as a Hispanic Serving Institution and as an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution and is funded by the US Department of Education. Furthermore, UIC is one of the few US universities with a full range of health sciences colleges, which include the Colleges of Applied Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Social Work, and Public Health.
This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret research projects. Performs complex data collection and study methods.
This position will support research efforts in the Exercise Psychology Lab (EPL). Responsibilities for this position include contributing to the writing of papers, coordinating the licensing of the BAILAMOSTM dance program, and supporting research staff within the lab.
Duties & Responsibilities
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1028486
Posting Close Date: January 21, 2025
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $52,000 to $62,500. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints.
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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status, or status as an individual with a disability.
Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
UIC is one of the nation’s leading research institutions, with $446 million in annual research expenditures during 2021. UIC is designated as a Carnegie Research-1 (Doctoral/Research-Extensive) university, located in one of the largest and most diverse metropolitan areas in the US. UIC’s student body, with over 30,000 students (undergraduate, graduate, and professional), is considered one of the most diverse in the United States. UIC is federally recognized as a Minority-Serving Institution through its status as a Hispanic Serving Institution and as an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution and is funded by the US Department of Education. Furthermore, UIC is one of the few US universities with a full range of health sciences colleges, which include the Colleges of Applied Health Sciences, Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Social Work, and Public Health.
This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret research projects. Performs complex data collection and study methods.
This position will support research efforts in the Exercise Psychology Lab (EPL). Responsibilities for this position include contributing to the writing of papers, coordinating the licensing of the BAILAMOSTM dance program, and supporting research staff within the lab.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Completes required documentation for regulatory agencies.
- Collaborates with Principal Investigator to develop objectives and design of research projects and proposals.
- Contributes material and assists in the writing of research findings, publications, papers, grants, and other documents for publication.
- Oversee and manage licensing project for the BAILAMOS dance program.
- Coordinates the ordering, inventory, and maintenance of lab equipment, instruments and data collection tools.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in social science or related field required. Master’s degree in social science preferred.
- A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
- Possesses and applies advanced knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Salary : $52,000 - $62,500
