Overview
The Division of Health Research and Evaluation in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Illinois College of Medicine, Rockford, is seeking qualified candidates for a full-time Research Associate II position. The Research Associate II will be involved in planning, implementing, and evaluating research projects. They will independently conduct work complementary to the overall research objectives, including data management, analysis, and report writing. To learn more about what we do, visit our website. This is an in-person position at the Rockford, IL, campus.
Candidates for this position must meet the minimum qualifications below:
· A master’s degree in social science or a related field (degree must be conferred by the start date).
· A minimum of one year of related research experience
· Advanced statistical knowledge and appropriate statistical software, including SAS, SPSS, R, and data management and visualization techniques.
· Knowledge of research concepts, practices, and procedures.
· Strong written and oral communication skills
· Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
The University of Illinois College of Medicine, with its regional campuses, is one of the largest medical schools in the United States. The University offers outstanding opportunities for the development of its students, faculty, and staff. Rockford, a progressive mid-sized metropolitan area in northern Illinois, is located approximately 85 miles west of Chicago. The city features an award-winning park system, several gardens showcasing diverse flora and landscapes, a prominent art museum along with other art-related attractions, a vibrant theater scene, a revitalized downtown, a river walk, a minor league hockey team, numerous golf courses, affordable living, a diverse dining scene, and convenient access to other major Midwest cities.
Compensation & Benefits
The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $50,000 to $60,000 annually. The final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Application Instructions:
To apply, you must visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/?c=uic&city=rockford, include a cover letter, CV, and list three professional references.
We will begin reviewing applications on or around Monday, June 15, 2026, with full consideration given to those received by this date. However, we continue to welcome applications until Monday, July 6, 2026. Please note that applications received after Monday, June 15, 2026, may be considered as part of our ongoing search process, but early submission is encouraged for priority consideration.
APPLICATION WINDOW
Fullest consideration date: Monday, June 15, 2026, at 6:00 pm (CDT)
The search committee will review applications received before this date for early action.
Final date: Monday, July 6, 2026, at 6:00 pm (CDT)
Applications received through July 6, 2026, will be accepted and reviewed until finalists are identified.
The University of Illinois System conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Convictions are not a bar to employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.
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 Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior 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 review our non-discrimination statement and additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
