Research Coordinator Jobs in Illinois
Research Coordinator jobs in Illinois are in strong and consistent demand, concentrated in academic medical centers, pharmaceutical research, and public health institutions, with openings at every level from entry-level clinical trial assistant to senior protocol manager. Chicago, Evanston, and Rockford are the primary hiring hubs, anchored by large employers such as Northwestern Medicine, the University of Chicago, and AbbVie. The most sought-after specialties in Illinois are oncology trials, epidemiological studies, and community health research. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center
Job Description
Assists investigators and study team in the implementation, coordination, and conduct of clinical research activities. Adheres to the service values and principles as well as the principles of research ethics. Under direct supervision, the balance between patient-facing and administrative data tasks varies according to the specific requirements of each research program.
Essential Job Functions:
- Assists with study start-up and the preparation and maintenance of all regulatory documents required by sponsors and regulatory agencies (i.e. regulatory binders, source documents, correspondence, etc).
- Assists with the preparation of protocols, informed consents, modifications, renewals and other necessary study documents for IRB and/or sponsor review.
- Assists clinical research personnel in the implementation of clinical research projects, assists in the identification and recruitment of eligible study subjects.
- Maintains inventory of study supplies and equipment.
- Prepares lab kits and requisitions prior to visits. Collects specimens from subjects and processes specimens as instructed.
- Helps arrange study visits and provide instructions to study participants and families.
- Coordinates reimbursement for study subjects.
- Helps triage patient questions.
- Assists with adverse event monitoring and reporting.
- Assists in creating and maintaining case report forms or source document templates.
- Abstracts data from medical records and enters information into study-specific forms and electronic data capture platforms.
- Facilitates study initiation, monitoring and close-out visits.
- May attend investigator meetings.
- Supports research activities by conducting literature searches, assisting with QA/AC procedures, entering, coding, creating, updating data spreadsheets, retrieving, preparing, and managing data through importing and exporting in various formats.
- Other job functions as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree required. A combination of education and/or experience may be considered in lieu of the degree when the experience is directly related to the duties of the job.
- Good organizational skills.
- Good verbal and written communications skills.
- Some knowledge of FDA, HSR, and GCP Guidelines.
- Proficient analytical skills with the ability to remain agile and adaptable to various technological systems.
High School Diploma/GED: Biomedical Science (Required)
Pay Range
$22.25-$36.38 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 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
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
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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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Research Coordinator Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Rush University Medical Center11

- Endeavor Health6

- Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago6

- INSIGHT4

- Northwestern Medicine3

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- Healthcare & Medical Services14
- Education8
- Science & Research2
- Distribution & Wholesale1
- Transportation & Logistics1
What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in research coordinator jobs across Illinois.
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, public health, or a related field required
- Experience coordinating IRB submissions and maintaining regulatory binders for clinical trials
- Familiarity with GCP guidelines and FDA regulatory requirements for research studies
- Proficiency with electronic data capture systems such as REDCap or Medidata Rave
- Strong written communication skills for preparing consent forms and study documentation
- Ability to recruit, screen, and schedule research participants according to protocol criteria
Research Coordinator Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a research coordinator in Illinois?
Most Illinois employers require a bachelor's degree in a life science, nursing, public health, or a closely related field as the baseline. While Illinois does not issue a state license specifically for research coordinators, many hiring managers at Illinois academic medical centers and health systems expect or prefer the Certified Clinical Research Coordinator credential offered by the Society of Clinical Research Associates or the equivalent from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals. Starting in a data entry, patient recruitment, or research assistant role at a large Illinois institution is a common first step.
Which companies hire research coordinators in Illinois?
Illinois research coordinator roles are posted by Rush University Medical Center, Endeavor Health, and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's concentration of academic medical centers, federally funded research universities, and pharmaceutical headquarters means openings appear consistently across both clinical and non-clinical research settings.
Which Illinois cities have the most research coordinator jobs?
Chicago, Streeterville, and Evanston have the most research coordinator openings in Illinois right now. Chicago dominates the distribution because it is home to major academic medical systems and the headquarters of global pharmaceutical companies, while Evanston and the broader North Shore benefit from Northwestern University's large clinical and translational research enterprise, and Rockford draws openings from its regional hospital systems and federally funded community health programs.
Are there remote research coordinator jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. About 32% of research coordinator openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical trial and lab-based roles. The tasks most likely to go remote or hybrid are data entry, regulatory document management, and participant follow-up calls, while participant recruitment, specimen collection, and on-site visits remain in-person.
How can I get hired as a research coordinator in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a research assistant or clinical trial assistant role at one of Illinois's large academic medical systems, such as Northwestern Medicine, Rush University Medical Center, or the University of Illinois Health system, all of which regularly post junior-level openings that do not require prior coordinator experience. A background as a medical assistant, phlebotomist, or patient access representative at an Illinois hospital or clinic is a recognized lateral move. Earning the CCRP or CCRC credential early, even before your first coordinator title, gives applications a visible edge in a competitive Illinois market.
Where can I find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to research coordinator jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings. Search for roles that match your background, then apply directly to the ones that fit your experience and location.
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