Research Associate II - CROR
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You'll play a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.

Job Description Summary
This position will work with the Rehabilitation Research and Training Center (RRTC) within Home and Community-Based services (HCBS). HCBS supports individuals with disability in living in the community. The mission of this NIDLIRR-funded RRTC is to support the improvement of person-centered community living outcomes for people with disabilities who use these services. We are looking for someone to help guide the development of research documents for the studies related to this grant-funded project. We are specifically looking for someone with training in research methodology and manuscript development. For more information about the projects: https://www.sralab.org/research/labs/CROR/projects/home-and-community-based-services.

The Research Associate II conducts experimental studies in an SRAlab laboratory that requires deep technical expertise in a relevant discipline such as bioengineering, biology, or physiology. The Research Associate II will typically work as part of a multidisciplinary team that will require the ability to translate ones discipline to others who do not contain as deep a knowledge base. The Research Associate II should have an explicit understanding of the types of measurements in the laboratory and be able to develop novel measuring tools independently.

The Research Associate II will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Research Associate II will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Job Description

The Research Associate II will:

• Performs modeling and plans and designs experiments typically quantifying tissue or cellular properties that may include, but are not limited to muscle, tendon, nerve and bone.
  
• Performs and interprets complex statistical analysis.
  
• Prepares technical documents describing results of the experiment.
  
• Performs detailed quality control and variability analysis on assays used within the laboratory.
  
• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.
  

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to the Project Manager
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Work requires a professional level of knowledge which is acquired by completing three or more years of study beyond a Ph.D. degree in a relevant biomedical discipline. Deep knowledge of research methodology is required.
  
• A high level of analytical ability is necessary in order to design and implement appropriate experiments and to perform complex statistical analysis. Analytic ability may also include mathematical modeling or simulation.
  
• Interpersonal skills necessary to write detailed explanatory reports and articles and to verbally communicate results of research at meetings and conferences. Proven ability to lead and motivate direct reports.
  
• Ability to plan the work of, assign work to and follow-up on the work of a research technician, graduate student or laboratory resident.
  
• Ability to plan and conduct experiments and analyze resulting data while balancing the needs of the laboratory, the institution and the individual.
  

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.
  

Pay and Benefits*:

Pay Range: $61,872.51 annually - $102,706.66 annually

Benefits: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits

*Benefits and benefits' eligibility can vary by position. Actual compensation will vary based on applicant's experience and qualifications, as well as internal equity.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Equal Employment Opportunity

ShirleyRyan AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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