How much does a Graduate Research Assistant make in Chicago, IL? The average Graduate Research Assistant salary in Chicago, IL is $61,165 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $53,742 and $68,452. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Graduate Research Assistant Salaries by Percentile
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10th Percentile Graduate Research Assistant Salary $46,983 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Graduate Research Assistant Salary $53,742 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Graduate Research Assistant Salary $61,165 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Graduate Research Assistant Salary $68,452 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Graduate Research Assistant Salary $75,086 Chicago,IL March 26, 2024
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A research assistant is a researcher employed, often on a temporary contract, by a university or a research institute, for the purpose of assisting in academic research. Research assistants are not independent and not directly responsible for the outcome of the research and are responsible to a supervisor or principal investigator. Research assistants are often educated to degree level and might be enrolled in a postgraduate degree program and simultaneously teach....

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Position Details Job Title Assistant Professor - Tenure Track Position Title Assistant Professor - Tenure Track, Department of Surgery/Burn & Shock Trauma Research Institute Position Number Job Category University Faculty Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus Location Code SURGERY (06740A) Department Name SURGERY Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Duties and Responsibilities The successful candidate is expected to maintain an independent, externally funded research program in the area of tissue injury, immune and inflammation in response to burn/trauma/sepsis and contribute to graduate and medical education. The faculty candidates are expected to maintain an independent, externally-funded research program. The candidates should also have demonstrated collaborative experience with both basic scientists and clinicians. Qualifications Candidates must have a Ph.D., M.D., M.D./Ph.D. or equivalent and postdoctoral experience with a strong publicati
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University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago , IL
Academic Advisor - CADA Student Affairs Hiring Department: CADA Student Affairs Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1024541 Posting Close Date: May 3, 2024 by 5pm CST 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
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North Park University - Chicago , IL
About North Park Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian university affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church of over 3,200 students from around the country and the world. North Park University is located in the Albany Park neighborhood of Chicago, one of the most ethnically diverse zip codes in the United States. It is nine miles from downtown Chicago. The North Park campus has often been referred to as an oasis in the heart of the city - a place where students from urban, rural, and suburban backgrounds alike can call home. And all of this within the major metropolitan backdrop of Chicago: one of the world's largest and most diversified economies, renowned for its museums and music, and voted best large city in the U.S. for four years in a row by Cond Nast Traveler. Mission The mission of North Park University is to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology. Vision Building on o
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Job Description Under general supervision, the class provides employee training and development services in a department with diverse training needs and performs related duties as required. Essential Duties: Duties may vary and may include classroom teaching, acting as a role player in scenario-based training Research subject areas and study materials in order to develop new training programs or to incorporate new information into existing programs. Prepares program materials including training outlines, instruction modules, and visual aids for use in the presentation of training programs. Conducts training sessions on a variety of topics to meet the training needs of staff. Arranges for guest lecturers and schedules class times, locations, and staff for special training classes. Reviews evaluations and suggestions made by program attendees and incorporates changes to improve curriculum. Reviews and recommends approval of employees' requests to attend Department of Personnel training c
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Higheredmilitary - Chicago , IL
**Adjunct Faculty - Research Methods - DC Campus** Chicago, IL **Type:** Adjunct/Part-Time **Posted:** 07/29/2021 **Job Description:** Founded in 1979, The Chicago School of Professional Psychology (TCSPP) is an independent professional graduate school with a dynamic student body and a professionally accomplished faculty. Our curriculum and training opportunities prepare graduates to deliver outstanding professional services emphasizing the ability to understand and work with diverse populations. **Position Summary:** The Business Psychology Department is seeking highly qualified candidates for adjunct faculty positions to join our current dynamic faculty who are utilizing the engaged practitioner model to facilitate our doctoral-level courses focused on quantitative and qualitative research methodology. The Research Methods course focuses on the appropriate methodologies for program and intervention outcome analysis, linkage research, and model testing. Specific attention will be paid
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National Louis University - Chicago , IL
Overview: THE OPPORTUNITY The National College of Education (NCE) at National Louis University (NLU) seeks a dynamic educator with demonstrated expertise in literacy teaching and learning to join its Reading and Language faculty. This is a full-time (10-month) Professional Practice appointment at the Assistant Professor rank (or rank commensurate with qualifications and experience). NLUs graduate program in reading is nationally recognized and offers Reading Teacher Endorsement (non-degree/M.Ed.) and Reading Specialist Preparation (M.Ed/EDS) in online, virtual, and on campus formats. Reading faculty also teach in the Teaching and Learning doctoral program (Reading, Language, & Literacy major). We are currently seeking a colleague with an earned doctorate in literacy education and expertise in literacy assessment and the diagnosis of reading difficulties. A minimum of three years of preK-12 teaching is required as is research-based knowledge of literacy teaching and learning. Priority w
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