Department
BSD PED - Allergy and Immunology
About the Department
Job Summary
This at-will position is fully 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
Supports the planning, execution, facilitation, and advancement of technical/scientific research projects in the field of Allergy/Immunology.
Partners with PIs and other senior leadership to provide strategic oversight for programs within the Section of Allergy/Immunology in partnership with investigators and Section Chief.
Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications, budgets, and reports, and co-author scientific research manuscripts.
Oversees day-to-day activities in partnership with PIs related to database creation, data collection, and analysis, including evaluation of database management systems within the institution and those available commercially.
Develops and writes proposals for extramural funding and collaborates with the central development office, departmental research management, and central research administration to submit funding proposals in partnership with PIs.
Works with investigators to ensure projects are meeting milestones and achieving outcomes.
Contributes to the preparation of reports, publications, and presentations.
Conducts collaborative research with faculty to present at academic forums and published in peer-reviewed academic journals at national and international meetings to foster opportunities for collaboration and elevate the section’s profile within the larger allergy community.
Provides specialized professional expertise in program management. Implements plans for educational programs and initiatives and acts as a liaison between the program and program participants.
Plans and develops program objectives and/or content in partnership with PIs and other senior leadership. Researches and identifies trends and needs and establishes program directions accordingly.
Serves as a resource for collecting data and conducting statistical analysis. Facilitates and promotes research projects by providing scientific or intellectual information.
Provides training and mentorship of postdocs, residents, students, and research staff to improve operations and support staff development.
Manages individual projects including IRB policy compliance of research projects.
Prepares and presents key measures designed to assess results and progress of these projects. Leads communications with projects funders to identify and cultivate new donors and funding streams in partnership with PIs.
Liaise with the Clinical Research Coordinator team of the Pediatric Clinical Trial Office to support other research studies, including assisting with consent conversations with research subjects, providing clinical research study visit supervision, and serving as a resource for Principal Investigators for subject oversight.
Manages program operations and administrative functions which may include planning and scheduling, program evaluation, policy implementation, personnel administration, budget, marketing, fundraising and proposal development.
Manages the dissemination, interpretation and application of program policies and recommends or makes exceptions.
Acts as a researcher and planner for a wide array of efforts led by the department/division.
Develops and maintains a database of peer and competitor profiles. Helps establish and maintain a database of faculty (international) research topics and international inter-institutional collaborations.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Advanced degree or PhD in a biological science or related field.
Preferred Competencies
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Work independently and as part of a team and motivation to explore and apply new technologies and methods to solve complex research problems.
Work simultaneously with multiple projects, prioritize competing objectives, and identify opportunities to more efficiently accomplish analytical tasks.
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
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
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
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 equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, 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.
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