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Rush University Medical Center currently has the following openings. Jobs vary from time to time based on our current openings. Please check back often to find a career that is right for you.
Research Jobs
As one of the nation’s leading research hospitals, it comes as no surprise that Rush University Medical Center offers Research careers that offer a breadth of choices unlike any other. Research jobs that range from laboratory settings to data collection with study participants, you will be the driving force behind our innovative care. Right now, we are involved in more than 1,600 research studies, including trials of new medical and surgical therapies. Whether you’re beginning your career or looking for long-term employment, Research at Rush is a great place to start. It’s how your career should be.
Recent Openings
- Research Assistant 2 Institute for Healthy Aging - Chicago, IL
- Description: Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Applies a thorough knowledge of the research protocols to serve as a resource person to the clinicians and study coordinatorsAdministers neuropsychological, lifestyle and physical function tests with participantsPerforms structured clinical evaluations in participant homes and in an office settingEnters data on to computerized forms; edits form, which includes checking data for comp...
Reference Code: 2010-2446 - Research Assistant Psychology - Chicago, IL
- Description: The position entails running research subjects (recruiting subjects and supervising subjects while they are in the lab). The person in this position exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Following the procedures outlined in our lab manuals ("plastic books") and checklists. Making phone calls to potential su...
Reference Code: 2010-3075 - Research Assistant Immuno\Micro - Chicago, IL
- Description: The Research Assistant under limited supervision, performs laboratory or other technical procedures in complex scientific testing or research experiments at a high level of technical proficiency. Develops new procedural routines and methods for clinical or other laboratory use and serves as a technical specialist. Principle Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible for assisting in the maintenance of the laboratory and al...
Reference Code: 2010-3025
Location
Chicago is the largest city in the U.S. state of Illinois, and is located along the southwestern shore of freshwater Lake Michigan. The city lies within the humid continental climate zone and experiences four distinct seasons.
Chicago is a major world financial center, with the second largest central business district in the U.S. Manufacturing, printing, publishing and food processing also play major roles in the city's economy. Several medical products and services companies are headquartered in the Chicago area.
The city's waterfront appeal and nightlife has attracted both residents and tourists alike. Over a third of the city population is concentrated in the lakefront neighborhoods (from Rogers Park in the north to South Shore in the south).