Research Education
The Research Education Program at Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides education and training opportunities for the entire research community (research professionals and investigators). Our Research Education team works in tandem with Research Administration and Support Services as well as the peer-led research committees to identify and develop resources and content.
Communications & Education Request Form for Research Administration Teams
Manne Research Institute research administration teams should submit communications and education support requests, including website updates and training/resource development, through this request form.
COMMUNICATION & EDUCATION NEEDS REQUEST FORM FOR RESEARCH ADMINISTRATION TEAMS
Orientation
Research Orientation for research professionals provides an overview of Manne Research Institute resources and contacts, and assigns and provides supplemental trainings and additional overviews held outside of research education.
Research Orientation for faculty provides a broad overview of Manne Research Institute and in-depth review of the Office of Research Development to ensure faculty who are engaged in research are familiar with the resources to conduct their research.
Research Fundamentals for Human Subjects Research
The Research Fundamentals course equips research professionals conducting human subjects research with an introduction to essential knowledge in clinical and behavioral research operations, compliance and ethics. The introductory course covers core topics such as IRB operations, study start-up, data management, informed consent, subject safety, audits and data analysis and results dissemination. Contact researchdevelopment@luriechildrens.org for more information.
Research Education at Lurie Children’s (REAL) Trainings
Trainings are led by the research education team and cover topics surrounding research conduct and compliance. To register for REAL Training events and access educational materials (slides and recordings), click the Workday link and search ‘REAL Trainings’. To view previously recorded trainings, please click here
Educational Sessions
Educational sessions are led by the research education team and focus on topics impacting the Basic and Preclinical Science pillar. These sessions aim to help research teams explore available Manne Research Institute resources and support services, learn about new and common laboratory techniques, and create a sense of community. The sessions offer a unique learning opportunity for scientists of all levels working at the bench. To view previously recorded sessions, please click here.
Targeted Education
Our office can assist, provide coaching and guidance, and connect the research community with research-related needs. Email questions or request a session with one of our team members at researchdevelopment@luriechildrens.org.
Research Resources
The Education team collaborates closely with Research Administration support services to create valuable resources for the research community. Our aim is to facilitate an understanding of compliant research study management, Manne Research Institute administrative processes, and support available to research teams. These resources include but are not limited to process maps, decision trees, and tipsheets. To request the development of a resource, contact researchdevelopment@luriechildrens.org.
- Basic and Preclinical Science Resources includes resources related to commonly used equipment, and research safety.
- Human Subjects Research Resources includes resources related to studies involving human subjects.
- Research Administration and Support Service Resources includes resources related to services, offerings, and processes related to Research Administration and other support services.
Explore professional education opportunities designed to support research professionals across many disciplines, career stages, and areas of expertise.
To easily search for trainings and resources developed by research education, visit the Training and Resource Catalog.
Research Professional Committees and Certifications
There are two committees that make up the peer leadership for Research Professionals at Lurie Children's. These are the Steering Committee and the Education and Mentoring Committee. Both play valuable roles in the governance of Research Professionals at Manne Research Institute.
