Description:
Gain the necessary skills to be MVP of your clinical study team!
This day and a half long in-person workshop is designed to equip health research staff new to UIC and/or to clinical research with fundamental knowledge and hands-on clinical skills essential for success in human subject research. Through a mix of didactic sessions and interactive workshops, participants will gain practical expertise to navigate the research environment confidently.
Designed for:
- New UIC research staff
- Experienced professionals starting out in clinical research
Time Commitment:
June 11, 2026, 8:30am - 4:00pm
June 12, 2026, 8:30am - 12:30pm
Investment:
$40 payable by credit card only -- personal and UIC Pcards accepted.
Cost includes a light breakfast on both days and lunch on day 1. Please register by 4th June!
Workshop Overview
Day 1: Foundations & Hands-on Training
AM Session: Engaging sessions on key topics in human subject research
PM Session: Hands-on skills training in three specialized workshops (participants may select two):
- Clinical Research Skills Lab: Hands-On Training in Phlebotomy, Vital Signs & Data Collection
- Informed Consent Workshop: Essential skills for obtaining informed consent
- Enhancing Research Recruitment - Practical Strategies to Identify, Engage, and Retain Participants Effectively
Day 2: UIC-Specific Research Training
Focused sessions covering UIC-specific policies, procedures, and resources for human subject research
Contact:
Sudeshna De, ccts-training@uic.edu