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You need vocational training/experience, a Bachelor's degree, relevant research background, strong computer skills (MS Office, databases, data analysis), and excellent communication and organizational abilities.

You will support research projects, conduct literature reviews, assist with participant recruitment, data collection, and reporting, and maintain partnerships while handling administrative tasks.

Research & Development

Healthcare

Chicago

Department BSD MED - General Internal Medicine - Volerman Research Staff About The Department This position is situated within the Section of General Internal Medicine within the Department of Medicine at University of Chicago. Faculty within General Internal are recognized as national leaders in the areas of medical ethics, health economics and policy, health services and outcomes research. Job Summary The Research Assistant will work closely with the physician investigator, Dr. Anna Volerman, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, and research team staff to carry out grant-funded projects focused on issues at the intersection of health, education, and equity. They will be involved in several research and advocacy projects that focus on improving systems and reducing inequities in clinical, community, and professional settings. Specific topics may include pediatric asthma, mental health, violence reduction, schools, community health workers, and workforce. This individual will be supervised by the principal investigator and the senior research coordinator. Responsibilities * Supports projects and carries out activities to advance goals and objectives. * Performs literature reviews and summarizes findings. * Supports recruitment, screening for eligibility, and consenting of participants. * Supports data collection, data entry, and data cleaning. * Helps prepare abstracts, reports, presentations, and papers. * Works independently and within teams, including both in the University and with partners. * Maintains and helps foster relationships with collaborative community and research partners. * Prepares for or participate in quality assurance audits under supervision or following specific protocol procedures. * Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports. * Assists with and performs various administrative and operational tasks as assigned under direct supervision. * Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups. * Performs other related work as needed. Education: Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree). Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: Preferred Qualifications Education: * Bachelor's degree. Experience: * Relevant research experience, particularly health services and/or community oriented. Technical Skills Or Knowledge: * Demonstrated computer literacy and computing skills sufficient for effective use of diverse managerial and administrative computer applications, technical writing, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. * Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint. * Skilled at using database software (e.g. REDCap), quantitative data analysis software (e.g. SAS, STATA, R), and/or qualitative data analysis software (e.g. Dedoose, NViVo, ATLAS.ti). Preferred Competencies * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Strong problem-solving skills and analytical skills. * Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. * Work independently and as part of a team. * Highly self-motivated. * Prioritize multiple competing priorities. * Maintain patient/participant confidentiality and exercise discretion regarding confidential project matters. Working Conditions * This is a part-time position of 20 hours per week. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Frequency Biweekly Scheduled Weekly Hours 20 Benefits Eligible Yes Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

DepartmentBSD MED - General Internal Medicine - Volerman Research StaffAbout The DepartmentThis position is situated within the Section of General Internal Medicine within the Department of Medicine at University of Chicago. Faculty within General Internal are recognized as national leaders in the areas of medical ethics, health economics and policy, health services and outcomes research.Job SummaryThe Research Assistant will work closely with the physician investigator, Dr. Anna Volerman, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, and research team staff to carry out grant-funded projects focused on issues at the intersection of health, education, and equity. They will be involved in several research and advocacy projects that focus on improving systems and reducing inequities in clinical, community, and professional settings. Specific topics may include pediatric asthma, mental health, violence reduction, schools, community health workers, and workforce. This individual will be supervised by the principal investigator and the senior research coordinator.Responsibilities * Supports projects and carries out activities to advance goals and objectives. * Performs literature reviews and summarizes findings. * Supports recruitment, screening for eligibility, and consenting of participants. * Supports data collection, data entry, and data cleaning. * Helps prepare abstracts, reports, presentations, and papers. * Works independently and within teams, including both in the University and with partners. * Maintains and helps foster relationships with collaborative community and research partners. * Prepares for or participate in quality assurance audits under supervision or following specific protocol procedures. * Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports. * Assists with and performs various administrative and operational tasks as assigned under direct supervision. * Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups. * Performs other related work as needed. Education:Minimum QualificationsMinimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).Work Experience:Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.Certifications:Preferred QualificationsEducation: * Bachelor's degree. Experience: * Relevant research experience, particularly health services and/or community oriented. Technical Skills Or Knowledge: * Demonstrated computer literacy and computing skills sufficient for effective use of diverse managerial and administrative computer applications, technical writing, word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. * Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, Powerpoint. * Skilled at using database software (e.g. REDCap), quantitative data analysis software (e.g. SAS, STATA, R), and/or qualitative data analysis software (e.g. Dedoose, NViVo, ATLAS.ti). Preferred Competencies * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Strong problem-solving skills and analytical skills. * Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills. * Work independently and as part of a team. * Highly self-motivated. * Prioritize multiple competing priorities. * Maintain patient/participant confidentiality and exercise discretion regarding confidential project matters. Working Conditions * This is a part-time position of 20 hours per week. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.Job FamilyResearchRole ImpactIndividual ContributorFLSA StatusNon-ExemptPay FrequencyBiweeklyScheduled Weekly Hours20Benefits EligibleYesDrug Test RequiredNoHealth Screen RequiredNoMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNoPosting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Research Assistant - University of Chicago

&lt;strong&gt;Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;BSD MED - General Internal Medicine - Volerman Research Staff&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About The Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;This position is situated within the Section of General Internal Medicine within the Department of Medicine at University of Chicago. Faculty within General Internal are recognized as national leaders in the areas of medical ethics, health economics and policy, health services and outcomes research.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Summary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The Research Assistant will work closely with the physician investigator, Dr. Anna Volerman, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics, and research team staff to carry out grant-funded projects focused on issues at the intersection of health, education, and equity. They will be involved in several research and advocacy projects that focus on improving systems and reducing inequities in clinical, community, and professional settings. Specific topics may include pediatric asthma, mental health, violence reduction, schools, community health workers, and workforce. This individual will be supervised by the principal investigator and the senior research coordinator.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supports projects and carries out activities to advance goals and objectives.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs literature reviews and summarizes findings.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supports recruitment, screening for eligibility, and consenting of participants.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supports data collection, data entry, and data cleaning.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Helps prepare abstracts, reports, presentations, and papers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Works independently and within teams, including both in the University and with partners.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintains and helps foster relationships with collaborative community and research partners.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Prepares for or participate in quality assurance audits under supervision or following specific protocol procedures.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Participates in study-related documentation, such as protocol worksheets, procedural manuals, adverse event reports, institutional review board documents, or progress reports.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assists with and performs various administrative and operational tasks as assigned under direct supervision.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supports quality assurance reviews conducted by study sponsors, federal agencies, or specially designated review groups.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs other related work as needed.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Work Experience:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through &amp;lt; 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be uploaded via the &lt;strong&gt;My Experience&lt;/strong&gt; page, in the section titled &lt;strong&gt;Application Documents&lt;/strong&gt; of the application.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Family&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Research&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Role Impact&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Individual Contributor&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FLSA Status&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Non-Exempt&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pay Frequency&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Biweekly&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scheduled&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Weekly Hours&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;20&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Benefits Eligible&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Yes&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Drug Test Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Health Screen Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Posting Statement&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The University of Chicago's Annual Security &amp;amp; Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Research Assistant

You need a relevant degree, under 2 years of related experience, and expertise in molecular biology, tissue culture, cell assays, and cancer research techniques. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.

You will assist in research planning, manage animal experiments, analyze data, maintain lab organization, train team members, and contribute to reports and presentations.

Science

Department BSD OBG - Lengyel Lab About The Department The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has 114 clinical providers, providing care at the main hospital in Hyde Park and seven off site locations. We have more than 60,000 outpatient visits, 25,000 ultrasound visits, 2,800 deliveries, and 3,000 gynecological surgeries per year. Teaching, research and the highest quality clinical care are top priorities for the Department. The residency and fellowship programs are highly ranked and have a history of training leaders in healthcare. The Department also has a significant research enterprise, engaging in population health studies, as well as research conducted in wet laboratories on tumor biology, fibroid research, and hypertensive diseases in pregnancy. Additionally, the Section of Family Planning has established a unique research center, CI3, which focuses on reproductive policy and innovations in sexual and reproductive health. Job Summary The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Lengyel laboratory is looking for a Research Assistant to join its ovarian cancer research team. Specifically, the Research Assistant will be investigating the role of and therapeutic targets of the stroma during ovarian cancer disease progression, and will involve human tissue, in vivo mouse models, three-dimensional organotypic, and primary cell models to perform translational research. The Research Assistant will work collaboratively with the principal investigators, fellows, students and other research specialists. Under limited direction, the incumbent performs complex lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. This role performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance. Responsibilities * Assists with planning, development and execution of research in the laboratory. * Assists in organizing the laboratory. * Works collaboratively with the team and collaborators. * Assists in management of animal colony and animal experiments. * Conducts periodic training for current and new members of the laboratory. * Contributes to the writing of academic papers, reports and final summaries. * Collects, records, and analyzes data. * Conducts literature reviews. * Ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates. * May serve as a lead research specialist. * Presents research findings at staff meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences. * Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project. * Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. * Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator. * Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field. * Performs other related work as needed. Education: Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: Preferred Qualifications Education: * Bachelor's degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology) strongly preferred. * Advanced degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology) strongly preferred. Experience: * Background contributing to research manuscripts, reports, or publications strongly preferred. Technical Skills Or Knowledge: * Molecular biology techniques (i.e. quantitative real-time PCR, RNA and DNA isolation, transfection, Lentivirus mediated gene silencing, transformation, cloning). * Biochemical techniques (i.e. immunoblots). * Tissue culture techniques (i.e. ex vivo cultures, primary cell isolation, transfection, infection, co-culture, three-dimensional modeling). * Cell assays (i.e. adhesion, migration, invasion, proliferation, apoptosis, cytotoxicity). * Cancer stem cell isolation and culture (human or mouse tumors). * Flow cytometry. * Microscopy (i.e. immunofluorescent analysis, wound healing assay, immunohistochemical analysis). * Mouse in vivo models of cancer metastasis (i.e. intraperitoneal injections and dissections. * Transgenic mouse models (i.e. breeding and genotyping). * Mass spectrometry. * Knowledge in cancer biology and role of microenvironment during cancer progression. * Knowledge of research techniques or methods (cell biology, translation, transcription, primary cultures, microscopy, cell assays, biochemical assays, molecular biology assays). * Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures. Preferred Competencies * Organization. * Problem-solving. * Collaboration and independence. * Attention to detail. * Communication. * Strong interest in and commitment to research goals of laboratory. * Comfortable working with a team. * Flexible in changing research focus. Working Conditions * Lab environment. * Stand for extended periods. * Use computer for extended periods. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Frequency Biweekly Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefits Eligible Yes Drug Test Required Yes Health Screen Required Yes Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

DepartmentBSD OBG - Lengyel LabAbout The DepartmentThe Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has 114 clinical providers, providing care at the main hospital in Hyde Park and seven off site locations. We have more than 60,000 outpatient visits, 25,000 ultrasound visits, 2,800 deliveries, and 3,000 gynecological surgeries per year. Teaching, research and the highest quality clinical care are top priorities for the Department. The residency and fellowship programs are highly ranked and have a history of training leaders in healthcare. The Department also has a significant research enterprise, engaging in population health studies, as well as research conducted in wet laboratories on tumor biology, fibroid research, and hypertensive diseases in pregnancy. Additionally, the Section of Family Planning has established a unique research center, CI3, which focuses on reproductive policy and innovations in sexual and reproductive health.Job SummaryThe Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Lengyel laboratory is looking for a Research Assistant to join its ovarian cancer research team. Specifically, the Research Assistant will be investigating the role of and therapeutic targets of the stroma during ovarian cancer disease progression, and will involve human tissue, in vivo mouse models, three-dimensional organotypic, and primary cell models to perform translational research. The Research Assistant will work collaboratively with the principal investigators, fellows, students and other research specialists. Under limited direction, the incumbent performs complex lab and/or research-related duties and tasks.This role performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.Responsibilities * Assists with planning, development and execution of research in the laboratory. * Assists in organizing the laboratory. * Works collaboratively with the team and collaborators. * Assists in management of animal colony and animal experiments. * Conducts periodic training for current and new members of the laboratory. * Contributes to the writing of academic papers, reports and final summaries. * Collects, records, and analyzes data. * Conducts literature reviews. * Ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates. * May serve as a lead research specialist. * Presents research findings at staff meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences. * Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project. * Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. * Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator. * Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field. * Performs other related work as needed. Education:Minimum QualificationsMinimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience:Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.Certifications:Preferred QualificationsEducation: * Bachelor's degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology) strongly preferred. * Advanced degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology) strongly preferred. Experience: * Background contributing to research manuscripts, reports, or publications strongly preferred. Technical Skills Or Knowledge: * Molecular biology techniques (i.e. quantitative real-time PCR, RNA and DNA isolation, transfection, Lentivirus mediated gene silencing, transformation, cloning). * Biochemical techniques (i.e. immunoblots). * Tissue culture techniques (i.e. ex vivo cultures, primary cell isolation, transfection, infection, co-culture, three-dimensional modeling). * Cell assays (i.e. adhesion, migration, invasion, proliferation, apoptosis, cytotoxicity). * Cancer stem cell isolation and culture (human or mouse tumors). * Flow cytometry. * Microscopy (i.e. immunofluorescent analysis, wound healing assay, immunohistochemical analysis). * Mouse in vivo models of cancer metastasis (i.e. intraperitoneal injections and dissections. * Transgenic mouse models (i.e. breeding and genotyping). * Mass spectrometry. * Knowledge in cancer biology and role of microenvironment during cancer progression. * Knowledge of research techniques or methods (cell biology, translation, transcription, primary cultures, microscopy, cell assays, biochemical assays, molecular biology assays). * Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures. Preferred Competencies * Organization. * Problem-solving. * Collaboration and independence. * Attention to detail. * Communication. * Strong interest in and commitment to research goals of laboratory. * Comfortable working with a team. * Flexible in changing research focus. Working Conditions * Lab environment. * Stand for extended periods. * Use computer for extended periods. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.Job FamilyResearchRole ImpactIndividual ContributorFLSA StatusNon-ExemptPay FrequencyBiweeklyScheduled Weekly Hours40Benefits EligibleYesDrug Test RequiredYesHealth Screen RequiredYesMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNoPosting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. 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&lt;strong&gt;Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;BSD OBG - Lengyel Lab&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About The Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has 114 clinical providers, providing care at the main hospital in Hyde Park and seven off site locations. We have more than 60,000 outpatient visits, 25,000 ultrasound visits, 2,800 deliveries, and 3,000 gynecological surgeries per year. Teaching, research and the highest quality clinical care are top priorities for the Department. The residency and fellowship programs are highly ranked and have a history of training leaders in healthcare. The Department also has a significant research enterprise, engaging in population health studies, as well as research conducted in wet laboratories on tumor biology, fibroid research, and hypertensive diseases in pregnancy. Additionally, the Section of Family Planning has established a unique research center, CI3, which focuses on reproductive policy and innovations in sexual and reproductive health.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Summary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Lengyel laboratory is looking for a Research Assistant to join its ovarian cancer research team. Specifically, the Research Assistant will be investigating the role of and therapeutic targets of the stroma during ovarian cancer disease progression, and will involve human tissue, in vivo mouse models, three-dimensional organotypic, and primary cell models to perform translational research. The Research Assistant will work collaboratively with the principal investigators, fellows, students and other research specialists. Under limited direction, the incumbent performs complex lab and/or research-related duties and tasks.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This role performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assists with planning, development and execution of research in the laboratory.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assists in organizing the laboratory.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Works collaboratively with the team and collaborators.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Assists in management of animal colony and animal experiments.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Conducts periodic training for current and new members of the laboratory.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Contributes to the writing of academic papers, reports and final summaries.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collects, records, and analyzes data.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Conducts literature reviews.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;May serve as a lead research specialist.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Presents research findings at staff meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs other related work as needed.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Work Experience:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through &amp;lt; 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Certifications:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preferred Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bachelor's degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology) strongly preferred.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Advanced degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology) strongly preferred.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Experience:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Background contributing to research manuscripts, reports, or publications strongly preferred.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Technical Skills Or Knowledge:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Molecular biology techniques (i.e. quantitative real-time PCR, RNA and DNA isolation, transfection, Lentivirus mediated gene silencing, transformation, cloning).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Biochemical techniques (i.e. immunoblots).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tissue culture techniques (i.e. ex vivo cultures, primary cell isolation, transfection, infection, co-culture, three-dimensional modeling).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cell assays (i.e. adhesion, migration, invasion, proliferation, apoptosis, cytotoxicity).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cancer stem cell isolation and culture (human or mouse tumors).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Flow cytometry.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Microscopy (i.e. immunofluorescent analysis, wound healing assay, immunohistochemical analysis). &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mouse in vivo models of cancer metastasis (i.e. intraperitoneal injections and dissections.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Transgenic mouse models (i.e. breeding and genotyping).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mass spectrometry.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge in cancer biology and role of microenvironment during cancer progression.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of research techniques or methods (cell biology, translation, transcription, primary cultures, microscopy, cell assays, biochemical assays, molecular biology assays).&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preferred Competencies&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Organization.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Problem-solving.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaboration and independence.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Attention to detail.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Communication.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong interest in and commitment to research goals of laboratory.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Comfortable working with a team.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Flexible in changing research focus.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Working Conditions&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Lab environment.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Stand for extended periods.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Use computer for extended periods.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Documents&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Resume/CV (required)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cover Letter (preferred)&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;When applying, the document(s) &lt;strong&gt;MUST&lt;/strong&gt; 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You need a degree in economics or related field, <2 years of relevant experience, skills in Stata/R/Python, strong communication, organization, and a keen interest in development economics.

You will support PIs in research, manage data quality, apply statistical techniques, handle IRB submissions, develop survey instruments, conduct literature reviews, and assist with reports and experiments.

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Department SSD: Economics - Staff and Temporary Employees About The Department For over a century, the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics has been recognized as one of the world's leading centers for economic research and education. The Department's faculty have received numerous awards, including more Nobel Prize laureates and John Bates Clark medalists in economics than any other university. Among our faculty are many members of the National Academy of Sciences, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the Econometric Society. Job Summary Directly reporting to Professor Christina Brown, the Research Specialist is a part of the vibrant research environment of the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at the University of Chicago. The Research Specialist will assist with development economics research projects focused on labor markets and/or education and health. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives working both independently, with minimal supervision, and as a part of small research teams, juggling multiple projects concurrently. The Research Specialist's responsibilities will span all stages of research, including writing and administering surveys, cleaning and organizing data, conducting statistical analyses, running simulations, and preparing manuscripts and presentations. This position offers a hybrid schedule of on-campus and remote workdays and a commitment of one year with the possibility of renewal. Responsibilities * Supports the Principal Investigators (PIs) in the implementation of development economics research, including randomized control trials in South Asia. Collaborate with research teams on the university campus and abroad. * Handles the cleaning and management of complex data collected from various sources. Maintains a high standard of data quality through rigorous application of high-frequency checks on the incoming data. * Applies advanced statistical techniques and coding skills to interpret data and analyze results. Delivers insightful and timely reports to support decision-making regarding the ongoing projects. * Takes on the responsibility of managing Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and modifications, ensuring that all research activities adhere to institutional, state, and federal ethical and regulatory standards. * Plays a pivotal role in preparing, developing, and coding survey instruments, ensuring they are well-structured and aligned with the research objectives. * Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project. * Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. * Installs, sets up and performs experiments, interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator. * Performs other related work as needed. Education: Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: Preferred Qualifications Education: * A bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, public policy or related field. Technical Skills Or Knowledge: * Statistical analysis package such as Stata, R or Python. Preferred Competencies * Work both independently, in a self-directed manner, and as a team member. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and compelling written materials geared towards technical and non-technical audiences. * Mature, self-directed individual, able to balance multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced working environment. * Work efficiently with minimal supervision. * Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail. * Strong interest in development economics. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (required) * Short Writing Sample, showing use of data (preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $55,000.00 - $67,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

DepartmentSSD: Economics - Staff and Temporary EmployeesAbout The DepartmentFor over a century, the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics has been recognized as one of the world's leading centers for economic research and education. The Department's faculty have received numerous awards, including more Nobel Prize laureates and John Bates Clark medalists in economics than any other university. Among our faculty are many members of the National Academy of Sciences, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the Econometric Society.Job SummaryDirectly reporting to Professor Christina Brown, the Research Specialist is a part of the vibrant research environment of the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at the University of Chicago. The Research Specialist will assist with development economics research projects focused on labor markets and/or education and health. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives working both independently, with minimal supervision, and as a part of small research teams, juggling multiple projects concurrently. The Research Specialist's responsibilities will span all stages of research, including writing and administering surveys, cleaning and organizing data, conducting statistical analyses, running simulations, and preparing manuscripts and presentations. This position offers a hybrid schedule of on-campus and remote workdays and a commitment of one year with the possibility of renewal.Responsibilities * Supports the Principal Investigators (PIs) in the implementation of development economics research, including randomized control trials in South Asia. Collaborate with research teams on the university campus and abroad. * Handles the cleaning and management of complex data collected from various sources. Maintains a high standard of data quality through rigorous application of high-frequency checks on the incoming data. * Applies advanced statistical techniques and coding skills to interpret data and analyze results. Delivers insightful and timely reports to support decision-making regarding the ongoing projects. * Takes on the responsibility of managing Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and modifications, ensuring that all research activities adhere to institutional, state, and federal ethical and regulatory standards. * Plays a pivotal role in preparing, developing, and coding survey instruments, ensuring they are well-structured and aligned with the research objectives. * Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project. * Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. * Installs, sets up and performs experiments, interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator. * Performs other related work as needed. Education:Minimum QualificationsMinimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience:Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.Certifications:Preferred QualificationsEducation: * A bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, public policy or related field. Technical Skills Or Knowledge: * Statistical analysis package such as Stata, R or Python. Preferred Competencies * Work both independently, in a self-directed manner, and as a team member. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and compelling written materials geared towards technical and non-technical audiences. * Mature, self-directed individual, able to balance multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced working environment. * Work efficiently with minimal supervision. * Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail. * Strong interest in development economics. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (required) * Short Writing Sample, showing use of data (preferred) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.Job FamilyResearchRole ImpactIndividual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours37.5Drug Test RequiredNoHealth Screen RequiredNoMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNoPay Rate TypeSalaryFLSA StatusExemptPay Range$55,000.00 - $67,000.00The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.Benefits EligibleYesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Research Specialst - University of Chicago

&lt;strong&gt;Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;SSD: Economics - Staff and Temporary Employees&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About The Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;For over a century, the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics has been recognized as one of the world's leading centers for economic research and education. The Department's faculty have received numerous awards, including more Nobel Prize laureates and John Bates Clark medalists in economics than any other university. Among our faculty are many members of the National Academy of Sciences, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, and the Econometric Society.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Summary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Directly reporting to Professor Christina Brown, the Research Specialist is a part of the vibrant research environment of the Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at the University of Chicago. The Research Specialist will assist with development economics research projects focused on labor markets and/or education and health. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who thrives working both independently, with minimal supervision, and as a part of small research teams, juggling multiple projects concurrently. The Research Specialist's responsibilities will span all stages of research, including writing and administering surveys, cleaning and organizing data, conducting statistical analyses, running simulations, and preparing manuscripts and presentations. This position offers a hybrid schedule of on-campus and remote workdays and a commitment of one year with the possibility of renewal.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supports the Principal Investigators (PIs) in the implementation of development economics research, including randomized control trials in South Asia. Collaborate with research teams on the university campus and abroad.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Handles the cleaning and management of complex data collected from various sources. Maintains a high standard of data quality through rigorous application of high-frequency checks on the incoming data.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Applies advanced statistical techniques and coding skills to interpret data and analyze results. Delivers insightful and timely reports to support decision-making regarding the ongoing projects.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Takes on the responsibility of managing Institutional Review Board (IRB) submissions and modifications, ensuring that all research activities adhere to institutional, state, and federal ethical and regulatory standards.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Plays a pivotal role in preparing, developing, and coding survey instruments, ensuring they are well-structured and aligned with the research objectives.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Installs, sets up and performs experiments, interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs other related work as needed.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Work Experience:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through &amp;lt; 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Certifications:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preferred Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;A bachelor’s or master’s degree in economics, public policy or related field.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Technical Skills Or Knowledge:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Statistical analysis package such as Stata, R or Python.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preferred Competencies&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work both independently, in a self-directed manner, and as a team member.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear and compelling written materials geared towards technical and non-technical audiences.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Mature, self-directed individual, able to balance multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in order to meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced working environment.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work efficiently with minimal supervision.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong interest in development economics.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Documents&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Resume/CV (required)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cover Letter (required)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Short Writing Sample, showing use of data (preferred)&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;When applying, the document(s) &lt;strong&gt;MUST&lt;/strong&gt; be uploaded via the &lt;strong&gt;My Experience&lt;/strong&gt; page, in the section titled &lt;strong&gt;Application Documents&lt;/strong&gt; of the application.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Family&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Research&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Role Impact&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Individual Contributor&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scheduled&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Weekly Hours&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;37.5&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Drug Test Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Health Screen Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pay Rate Type&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Salary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FLSA Status&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Exempt&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pay Range&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;$55,000.00 - $67,000.00&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Benefits Eligible&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Yes&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Posting Statement&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The University of Chicago's Annual Security &amp;amp; Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Research Specialst

You need a related degree, <2 years in research, 1 year experience, Python proficiency, NLP skills, deep learning implementation, and familiarity with Linux and HPC environments.

You will collaborate on research, process data, analyze datasets and models, write reports, participate in meetings, maintain project support, conduct literature reviews, and assist with documentation.

Department SSD Social Sciences Research Center (SSRC) - Staff and Temporary Employees About The Department The University of Chicago Knowledge Lab (PI Professor James A. Evans) leverages advanced computational tools to unravel complex scientific and societal problems, bridging the gap between data-driven insights and real-world applications. The scope of our research is broad, ranging from historical social change to the latest technological developments, from global economic trajectories to local cultural practices, and from lone maverick scholars to massive scientific revolutions. Job Summary The Knowledge Lab seeks applicants for a one-year Research Professional position. The ideal candidate will have interest and experience in empirical research applying advanced computational methods to explore knowledge production and diffusion. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Professor James A. Evans and Dr. Austin C. Kozlowski. This role performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings. Responsibilities * Collaborates on research projects in the Science of Science and Artificial Intelligence. * Collects, transforms, and procesess raw and unstructured data into usable formats. * Analyzes large datasets and deep learning models. * Produces write-ups and reports of findings. * Participates in lab meetings. * Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project. * Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. * Performs other related work as needed. Education Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications Preferred Qualifications Experience * At least 1 year of research experience. Technical Skills Or Knowledge * Proficiency coding in Python. * Proficient with NLP techniques such as word and document embeddings. * Skilled using clustering and dimensionality reduction techniques such as K-means and PCA * Proficient at implementing Neural Networks using Tensorflow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, OpenCV, deep learning, and other artificial intelligence techniques. * Skilled with image classification/recognition and tools to analyze illustrations in addition to photographs. * Familiarity with Linux, UNIX, and High Performance Computing environment. * Background forming and testing hypotheses. Preferred Competencies * Proven ability to work effectively in small teams, demonstrating a strong desire to both learn from and mentor other team members. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * High attention to detail and quality in data analysis and written material. * Drive to learn new programming or data analysis techniques. * Strong communication skills and break down complex technical problems. * Demonstrated ability to review and prioritize work independently and effectively. * Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and creative in problem-solving. Working Conditions * Predoctoral Scholar will be based out of Chicago, IL. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (required) * References Contact Information (3)(required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 37.5 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $47,806.00 - $61,867.00 The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting. Benefits Eligible Yes The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

DepartmentSSD Social Sciences Research Center (SSRC) - Staff and Temporary EmployeesAbout The DepartmentThe University of Chicago Knowledge Lab (PI Professor James A. Evans) leverages advanced computational tools to unravel complex scientific and societal problems, bridging the gap between data-driven insights and real-world applications. The scope of our research is broad, ranging from historical social change to the latest technological developments, from global economic trajectories to local cultural practices, and from lone maverick scholars to massive scientific revolutions.Job SummaryThe Knowledge Lab seeks applicants for a one-year Research Professional position. The ideal candidate will have interest and experience in empirical research applying advanced computational methods to explore knowledge production and diffusion. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Professor James A. Evans and Dr. Austin C. Kozlowski.This role performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.Responsibilities * Collaborates on research projects in the Science of Science and Artificial Intelligence. * Collects, transforms, and procesess raw and unstructured data into usable formats. * Analyzes large datasets and deep learning models. * Produces write-ups and reports of findings. * Participates in lab meetings. * Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project. * Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. * Performs other related work as needed. EducationMinimum QualificationsMinimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work ExperienceMinimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.CertificationsPreferred QualificationsExperience * At least 1 year of research experience. Technical Skills Or Knowledge * Proficiency coding in Python. * Proficient with NLP techniques such as word and document embeddings. * Skilled using clustering and dimensionality reduction techniques such as K-means and PCA * Proficient at implementing Neural Networks using Tensorflow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, OpenCV, deep learning, and other artificial intelligence techniques. * Skilled with image classification/recognition and tools to analyze illustrations in addition to photographs. * Familiarity with Linux, UNIX, and High Performance Computing environment. * Background forming and testing hypotheses. Preferred Competencies * Proven ability to work effectively in small teams, demonstrating a strong desire to both learn from and mentor other team members. * Excellent oral and written communication skills. * High attention to detail and quality in data analysis and written material. * Drive to learn new programming or data analysis techniques. * Strong communication skills and break down complex technical problems. * Demonstrated ability to review and prioritize work independently and effectively. * Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and creative in problem-solving. Working Conditions * Predoctoral Scholar will be based out of Chicago, IL. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (required) * References Contact Information (3)(required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.Job FamilyResearchRole ImpactIndividual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours37.5Drug Test RequiredNoHealth Screen RequiredNoMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNoPay Rate TypeSalaryFLSA StatusExemptPay Range$47,806.00 - $61,867.00The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.Benefits EligibleYesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Predoctoral Research Professional - University of Chicago

&lt;strong&gt;Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;SSD Social Sciences Research Center (SSRC) - Staff and Temporary Employees&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About The Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The University of Chicago Knowledge Lab (PI Professor James A. Evans) leverages advanced computational tools to unravel complex scientific and societal problems, bridging the gap between data-driven insights and real-world applications. The scope of our research is broad, ranging from historical social change to the latest technological developments, from global economic trajectories to local cultural practices, and from lone maverick scholars to massive scientific revolutions.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Summary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The Knowledge Lab seeks applicants for a one-year Research Professional position. The ideal candidate will have interest and experience in empirical research applying advanced computational methods to explore knowledge production and diffusion. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of Professor James A. Evans and Dr. Austin C. Kozlowski.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;This role performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborates on research projects in the Science of Science and Artificial Intelligence.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collects, transforms, and procesess raw and unstructured data into usable formats.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analyzes large datasets and deep learning models.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Produces write-ups and reports of findings.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Participates in lab meetings.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs other related work as needed.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Work Experience&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through &amp;lt; 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Certifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preferred Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Experience&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;At least 1 year of research experience.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Technical Skills Or Knowledge&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficiency coding in Python.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficient with NLP techniques such as word and document embeddings.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Skilled using clustering and dimensionality reduction techniques such as K-means and PCA&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proficient at implementing Neural Networks using Tensorflow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn, OpenCV, deep learning, and other artificial intelligence techniques.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Skilled with image classification/recognition and tools to analyze illustrations in addition to photographs.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Familiarity with Linux, UNIX, and High Performance Computing environment.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Background forming and testing hypotheses.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preferred Competencies&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Proven ability to work effectively in small teams, demonstrating a strong desire to both learn from and mentor other team members.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Excellent oral and written communication skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;High attention to detail and quality in data analysis and written material.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Drive to learn new programming or data analysis techniques.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Strong communication skills and break down complex technical problems.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Demonstrated ability to review and prioritize work independently and effectively.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Demonstrated ability to be resourceful and creative in problem-solving.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Working Conditions&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Predoctoral Scholar will be based out of Chicago, IL.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Documents&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Resume/CV (required)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cover Letter (required)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;References Contact Information (3)(required)&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;When applying, the document(s) &lt;strong&gt;MUST&lt;/strong&gt; be uploaded via the &lt;strong&gt;My Experience&lt;/strong&gt; page, in the section titled &lt;strong&gt;Application Documents&lt;/strong&gt; of the application.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Family&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Research&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Role Impact&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Individual Contributor&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scheduled&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Weekly Hours&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;37.5&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Drug Test Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Health Screen Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pay Rate Type&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Salary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FLSA Status&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Exempt&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pay Range&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;$47,806.00 - $61,867.00&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Benefits Eligible&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Yes&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Posting Statement&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The University of Chicago's Annual Security &amp;amp; Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Predoctoral Research Professional

You need a bachelor's in a related field, 2-5 years' experience, supervisory skills, analytical thinking, attention to detail, and proficiency in spreadsheets and word processing.

You will manage facilities, coordinate technology and credentialing, oversee office needs, support faculty recruitment and onboarding, and handle various projects and events.

People, HR & Administration

Business, Operations & Strategy

Department BSD NEU - Operations About The Department The Department of Neurology at The University of Chicago Medical Center has a great history and tradition, having made significant contributions to neurological training, clinical care, and the basic understanding of neurological disease. Job Summary Reporting to the Section Administrator, the Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the Department of Neurology. Acting as the department's liaison with numerous internal and external stakeholders, this position provides fundamental administrative support. Responsibilities Space and Facilities Management: * Handling space, facilities, and equipment management projects, including renovation, maintenance, and ongoing operations. * Regularly updating leadership of said projects and proposing office assignments within the department, including accommodations for guests and temporary faculty/staff. * Coordinating technology deployment and updates in collaboration with relevant departments, including ordering computers, pagers, etc. for faculty and staff. * Collaborating with Facilities Services to oversee conference rooms and daily maintenance. Credentialing Management: * Coordinate the submission of credentialing applications for new healthcare providers and reappointment applications for existing providers. * Ensure that applications are completed accurately, including all required information and supporting documentation. * Ensure existing faculty members maintain proper certifications, licenses, and credentials. * Tracking license expiration dates, reappointments, and insurance certificates. * Liaising with the Medical Staff Office for credentialing and related processes. General Operations: * Overseeing day-to-day office management and administrative staff. Support department-centric projects for Chair/EA/SA, as needed. * Providing guidance and ensuring consistency in administrative responsibilities. * Be key point person for office related needs, including supplies, computers, EVS, plant requests, keys/swipe access, etc. * Work closely with media counterpart to provide departmental content for internal and external distribution. * Oversee department compliance with required annual trainings for University and Hospital; work with department members to ensure completion and troubleshoot at needed. * Other duties as assigned. Human Resources & Academic Affairs: * Collaborate with Executive and Section Administrator(s) with faculty recruitment processes including but not limited to ad posting, candidate communication, and onsite visit logistic planning. * Track onboarding processes of both faculty and staff, ensure responsible parties complete their respective onboarding tasks. * Support activities of department search committees, including meeting minutes, key communications with candidates and assisting with outreach for searches. * Responsible for coordinating badges, office space/supplies and other needs for new staff and faculty. * Onboard rotating students and volunteers within the department. Business Development & Events: * Leading and supporting projects, strategic initiatives, and program development under the direction of the Executive/Section Administrator and Department Chair. * Coordinating logistics and communication for significant events and providing innovative solutions for event planning as needed. * Supervising multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring timely resolution of issues. * Professionally supports the clinical department management. Implements plans for clinical educational programs and initiatives. * Acts as a liaison between the section and other University departments. * Performs other related work as needed. Education: Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: Preferred Qualifications Education: * Bachelor’s degree in business, health care administration, HR, or related field. Experience: * Progressively responsible administrative/supervisory experience. * Experience in healthcare or an academic medical center environment. Preferred Competencies * Supervisory skills. * Analytical skills. * Problem-solving skills. * Decision-making skills. * Attention to detail. * Organizational skills * Oral and written communication skills. * Interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative. * Ability to maintain confidentiality. * Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines. * Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing programs. Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (required) When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Administration & Management Role Impact Individual Contributor FLSA Status Exempt Pay Frequency Monthly Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Benefits Eligible Yes Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

DepartmentBSD NEU - OperationsAbout The DepartmentThe Department of Neurology at The University of Chicago Medical Center has a great history and tradition, having made significant contributions to neurological training, clinical care, and the basic understanding of neurological disease.Job SummaryReporting to the Section Administrator, the Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the Department of Neurology. Acting as the department's liaison with numerous internal and external stakeholders, this position provides fundamental administrative support.ResponsibilitiesSpace and Facilities Management: * Handling space, facilities, and equipment management projects, including renovation, maintenance, and ongoing operations. * Regularly updating leadership of said projects and proposing office assignments within the department, including accommodations for guests and temporary faculty/staff. * Coordinating technology deployment and updates in collaboration with relevant departments, including ordering computers, pagers, etc. for faculty and staff. * Collaborating with Facilities Services to oversee conference rooms and daily maintenance.      Credentialing Management: * Coordinate the submission of credentialing applications for new healthcare providers and reappointment applications for existing providers. * Ensure that applications are completed accurately, including all required information and supporting documentation. * Ensure existing faculty members maintain proper certifications, licenses, and credentials. * Tracking license expiration dates, reappointments, and insurance certificates. * Liaising with the Medical Staff Office for credentialing and related processes.      General Operations: * Overseeing day-to-day office management and administrative staff. Support department-centric projects for Chair/EA/SA, as needed. * Providing guidance and ensuring consistency in administrative responsibilities. * Be key point person for office related needs, including supplies, computers, EVS, plant requests, keys/swipe access, etc. * Work closely with media counterpart to provide departmental content for internal and external distribution. * Oversee department compliance with required annual trainings for University and Hospital; work with department members to ensure completion and troubleshoot at needed. * Other duties as assigned.      Human Resources & Academic Affairs: * Collaborate with Executive and Section Administrator(s) with faculty recruitment processes including but not limited to ad posting, candidate communication, and onsite visit logistic planning. * Track onboarding processes of both faculty and staff, ensure responsible parties complete their respective onboarding tasks. * Support activities of department search committees, including meeting minutes, key communications with candidates and assisting with outreach for searches. * Responsible for coordinating badges, office space/supplies and other needs for new staff and faculty. * Onboard rotating students and volunteers within the department.      Business Development & Events: * Leading and supporting projects, strategic initiatives, and program development under the direction of the Executive/Section Administrator and Department Chair. * Coordinating logistics and communication for significant events and providing innovative solutions for event planning as needed. * Supervising multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring timely resolution of issues. * Professionally supports the clinical department management. Implements plans for clinical educational programs and initiatives. * Acts as a liaison between the section and other University departments. * Performs other related work as needed.      Education:Minimum QualificationsMinimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience:Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.Certifications:Preferred QualificationsEducation: * Bachelor’s degree in business, health care administration, HR, or related field.      Experience: * Progressively responsible administrative/supervisory experience. * Experience in healthcare or an academic medical center environment.      Preferred Competencies * Supervisory skills. * Analytical skills. * Problem-solving skills. * Decision-making skills. * Attention to detail. * Organizational skills * Oral and written communication skills. * Interpersonal skills. * Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative. * Ability to maintain confidentiality. * Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines. * Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing programs.      Application Documents * Resume/CV (required) * Cover Letter (required)      When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.Job FamilyAdministration & ManagementRole ImpactIndividual ContributorFLSA StatusExemptPay FrequencyMonthlyScheduled Weekly Hours40Benefits EligibleYesDrug Test RequiredNoHealth Screen RequiredNoMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry RequiredNoPosting StatementThe University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Operations Manager - University of Chicago

&lt;strong&gt;Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;BSD NEU - Operations&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;About The Department&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The Department of Neurology at The University of Chicago Medical Center has a great history and tradition, having made significant contributions to neurological training, clinical care, and the basic understanding of neurological disease.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Summary&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Reporting to the Section Administrator, the Operations Manager plays a pivotal role in overseeing the daily operations of the Department of Neurology. Acting as the department's liaison with numerous internal and external stakeholders, this position provides fundamental administrative support.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Responsibilities&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Space and Facilities Management:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Handling space, facilities, and equipment management projects, including renovation, maintenance, and ongoing operations.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Regularly updating leadership of said projects and proposing office assignments within the department, including accommodations for guests and temporary faculty/staff.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Coordinating technology deployment and updates in collaboration with relevant departments, including ordering computers, pagers, etc. for faculty and staff.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborating with Facilities Services to oversee conference rooms and daily maintenance.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Credentialing Management:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Coordinate the submission of credentialing applications for new healthcare providers and reappointment applications for existing providers.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure that applications are completed accurately, including all required information and supporting documentation.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ensure existing faculty members maintain proper certifications, licenses, and credentials.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Tracking license expiration dates, reappointments, and insurance certificates.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Liaising with the Medical Staff Office for credentialing and related processes.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;General Operations:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Overseeing day-to-day office management and administrative staff. Support department-centric projects for Chair/EA/SA, as needed.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Providing guidance and ensuring consistency in administrative responsibilities.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Be key point person for office related needs, including supplies, computers, EVS, plant requests, keys/swipe access, etc.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Work closely with media counterpart to provide departmental content for internal and external distribution.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oversee department compliance with required annual trainings for University and Hospital; work with department members to ensure completion and troubleshoot at needed.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Other duties as assigned.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Human Resources &amp;amp; Academic Affairs:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Collaborate with Executive and Section Administrator(s) with faculty recruitment processes including but not limited to ad posting, candidate communication, and onsite visit logistic planning.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Track onboarding processes of both faculty and staff, ensure responsible parties complete their respective onboarding tasks. &lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Support activities of department search committees, including meeting minutes, key communications with candidates and assisting with outreach for searches.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Responsible for coordinating badges, office space/supplies and other needs for new staff and faculty.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Onboard rotating students and volunteers within the department.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Business Development &amp;amp; Events:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Leading and supporting projects, strategic initiatives, and program development under the direction of the Executive/Section Administrator and Department Chair.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Coordinating logistics and communication for significant events and providing innovative solutions for event planning as needed.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supervising multiple projects simultaneously and ensuring timely resolution of issues.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Professionally supports the clinical department management. Implements plans for clinical educational programs and initiatives.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Acts as a liaison between the section and other University departments.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Performs other related work as needed.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Minimum Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Work Experience:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Certifications:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preferred Qualifications&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Education:&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Bachelor’s degree in business, health care administration, HR, or related field.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Experience: &lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Progressively responsible administrative/supervisory experience.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Experience in healthcare or an academic medical center environment.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Preferred Competencies&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Supervisory skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Analytical skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Problem-solving skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Decision-making skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Attention to detail.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Organizational skills&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Oral and written communication skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Interpersonal skills.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to maintain confidentiality.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously, set priorities, and meet deadlines.&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Knowledge of spreadsheet and word processing programs.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Application Documents&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Resume/CV (required)&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Cover Letter (required)&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;When applying, the document(s) &lt;strong&gt;MUST&lt;/strong&gt; be uploaded via the &lt;strong&gt;My Experience&lt;/strong&gt; page, in the section titled &lt;strong&gt;Application Documents&lt;/strong&gt; of the application.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Job Family&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Administration &amp;amp; Management&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Role Impact&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Individual Contributor&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;FLSA Status&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Exempt&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Pay Frequency&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Monthly&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Scheduled&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt; Weekly Hours&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;40&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Benefits Eligible&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;Yes&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Drug Test Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Health Screen Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;No&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Posting Statement&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge, engagement, and exchange.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt;The University of Chicago's Annual Security &amp;amp; Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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