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Research Student Assistant-Nephrology

Lurie Children's Hospital · Chicago, IL · $18.00–$27.00 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 17, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

What interests you about research, and about kidney research in children in particular?

What they are checking: Real interest that suggests they will stay engaged in detail-heavy work.

Tell me about a time you had to follow detailed instructions exactly.

What they are checking: Whether they can follow a research protocol without taking shortcuts.

Tell me about a time you stayed organized with a lot of tasks at once.

What they are checking: Whether they have practical ways to stay organized, which the posting names as essential for this job.

What would you do

You notice a mistake in data you entered last week. What do you do?

What they are checking: Honesty and correct procedure for fixing errors in research records.

How would you talk with a physician or research coordinator when you have a question?

What they are checking: Whether they can approach busy physicians and senior staff with clear, polite questions instead of staying stuck.

How do you balance this job with school or other commitments?

What they are checking: Reliability with a schedule while juggling other responsibilities.

If a task is unclear, what do you do?

What they are checking: Willingness to ask questions instead of guessing on research tasks.

About the work

How do you make sure the data you enter is accurate?

What they are checking: Habits like double-checking that keep research data trustworthy.

What can you do in Excel, and how would you organize a data set for a study?

What they are checking: Basic Excel skills the posting lists as required.

Why does patient privacy matter in research, and how would you protect it?

What they are checking: Basic understanding of confidentiality when handling patient data.

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The full job description

As published by Lurie Children's Hospital.

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report. Location 875 N Michigan (John Hancock) Job Description Essential Job Functions: • Follow research protocols as directed when applicable. • Collect, record, and organize data. • Maintain accurate records of data collection. • Other research project specific duties as assigned. Knowledge, SKILLS, and Abilities: • High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. • Attention to detail and good organizational skills. • Ability to communicate effectively in face-to-face interactions with research staff, physicians, and administrative staff. • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Education High School Diploma/GED (Required) Pay Range $18.00-$27.00 Hourly At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits. Benefit Statement For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave 403(b) with a 5% employer match Various voluntary benefits: • Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability • Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage • Tuition assistance • Student loan servicing and support • Adoption benefits • Backup Childcare and Eldercare • Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members • Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities • Discount purchasing program There’s a Place for You with Us At Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and its affiliates (collectively “Lurie Children’s”), we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care. Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For questions about how to request an accommodation please contact: employeehealth@luriechildrens.org AI Notice Lurie Children’s utilizes certain AI-enabled features within our recruiting platform to support candidate engagement and assist recruiters in identifying and prioritizing applicants whose experience aligns with job requirements. All employment decisions are made by individuals. It is a civil rights violation with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion, or employment for an employer to use artificial intelligence that has the effect of subjecting employees to discrimination on the basis of protected classes under the Illinois Human Rights Act or to use zip codes as a proxy for protected classes. For questions about the use of artificial intelligence in this process or any additional support, please contact: peoplequestions@luriechildrens.org

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