Job Description

Research Nurse - College of Medicine, Institute for Juvenile Research

Hiring Department : Colbeth Child Psychiatric Clinic

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : [click to reveal phone number]1035006

FTE : 1

Work Schedule : Monday - Friday

Shift : Days

# of Positions : 1

Workplace Type : Hybrid

Posting Close Date : 7/10/2025

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $68,494.40 - 89,000.00 / Annual Salary

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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

UIC is seeking a Research Nurse to join our College of Medicine, Institute for Juvenile Research. This role will coordinate, plan, and implement clinical research protocols for the UIC Clinical Services in Psychopharmacology Program, which investigates the safety and effectiveness of psychopharmacotherapy for treating emotional and behavioral disturbances in minors under the care of the State of Illinois. Additionally, this position will work closely with the Associate Director and the research team to align activities, goals, and resources to meet study objectives and ensure quality control. The Research Nurse will also share expertise effectively with the team and contacts in the field regarding study policies, procedures, and the latest research in psychopharmacological treatment for children and adolescents.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Coordinate, plan and implement clinical research protocols for the UIC Clinical Services in Psychopharmacology Program evaluating the safety and effectiveness of psychopharmacotherapy for the treatment of emotional and behavioral disturbances of minors who in the care of the State of Illinois.
• Oversees the work of the research staff to help ensure the contractual needs of the research and project deliverables are met.
• Working closely with the Associate Director and the research team, in aligning activities, goals and resources to meet study objectives and quality control.
• Complete required documentation for agency partners.
• Effectively share expertise with team and contacts in the field of the studies policies and procedures and the latest research in psychopharmacological treatment of children and adults
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. Licensure as a Registered Professional Nurse in Illinois with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.
2. One year of work experience as a Registered Professional Nurse.
3. Knowledge regarding the safety and efficacy of psychopharmacology treatment for minors with emotional and behavioral disturbances.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Nursing.
• Two years of inpatient psychiatric nursing.
• Two years of work experience as Registered Professional Nurse.
• Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry and research.
• Knowledge of Psychopharmacological medications, doses, and algorithms. Familiarity with the child welfare system and insurance, issues.
• Knowledge of mental health.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the onlineapplication including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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