Assistant Director of the Equitable Healthcare Lab

Illinois Institute of Technology, United States

Updated: 9 months ago
Location: Chicago, ILLINOIS
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Position Information


Position Title Assistant Director of the Equitable Healthcare Lab
Requisition # S01185P
FLSA Exempt
Location IIT-Institute of Design (ID), Chicago, IL
Department School of Design
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Assistant Director of the Equitable Healthcare Lab will work closely with the Director of the lab to manage projects, conduct research, and interface with lab collaborators and community organizations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for assisting the Director in developing and leading initiatives that address healthcare delivery challenges and promote feasible, inclusive healthcare delivery solutions. The candidate must possess design methods expertise, experience managing projects and timelines, and strong communication skills. Interest in and understanding of healthcare, healthcare systems, and drivers of health disparities is considered an asset.
COMMUNICATIONS
This position requires a person with strong written and verbal skills. The primary audience will include students, staff, and faculty.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Excellent customer service skills required.
Special Schedule Requirements
N/A
EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.

Qualifications


Education & Experience
Master’s degree in design, public health, or healthcare administration — interest and experience with hospital operations a plus
Knowledge & Skills
  • Strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Design mindset: Ability to apply a design-led approach to a project’s design and execution
  • Creativity: Ability to explore new ways of thinking, visualizing and communicating
  • Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with diverse groups of stakeholders in ways that invite others into the process, share power and make space for different opinions and perspectives to be included in the process
  • Facilitation: Ability to facilitate dialogue across diverse group of people and synthesize those into action plans and deliverables
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
N/A
Physical Environment and Requirements
Normal office environment

Certifications and Licenses


List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
N/A

Key Responsibilities


Key Responsibility
  • Assist the Director in the development and implementation of initiatives that promote inclusive healthcare delivery, including products, services and work processes.
  • Manage engagements with Lab partners from conception to completion, ensuring work is delivered on time, within budget, and meet the Lab’s objectives.
  • Devise and conduct design explorations using co-design, contextual inquiry and rapid prototyping.
  • Formulate frameworks to guide “system-aware” design solutions and design requirements.
Percentage Of Time 50
Key Responsibility
  • Prepare presentations and lead lab partners in taking next steps.
  • Interface with lab partners and community organizations to develop collaborative projects and partnerships.
  • Represent the Lab at meetings, conferences, and other events.
  • Supervise and mentor research assistants and interns.
  • Assist the Director in fundraising activities, including grant writing and donor cultivation.
Percentage Of Time 50

Posting Information


Work Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Position Category Full Time
Posting Date 05/17/2023
Closing Date
Posted Until Filled Yes
Quicklink for Posting https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/9628

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