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Job Summary
This position is endowment funded for a minimum of two years. Additional funding may be obtained to extend the position beyond that time.
Responsibilities
Create innovative data-informed pilot programs to enhance faculty development; analyze success metrics and implement larger scale programs.
Apply sophisticated research methods to analyze faculty recruitment and retention strategies at other universities across disciplines and propose customized strategies to improve success at UChicago.
Overhaul communication strategy for faculty development including newsletters, and email communications in partnership with communications specialists.
Optimize the faculty development website design and content to improve internal and external engagement and visibility in consultation with communications specialists.
Audit success of current professional development programs through comprehensive data analysis.
Develop and execute creative new events that build community for faculty and academics.
Design and implement a new mentorship program, using analytical methods, starting with select cohorts of early-career faculty.
Apply financial modeling to organize and maintain budgets related to faculty development and recruitment.
Provide hands-on support at all professional and social events that are organized by the team.
Uses in-depth knowledge and experience to administer the delivery of services to program participants and/or beneficiaries such as communicating with programs sponsors and academic advising for undergraduate students.
Develops and communicates program priorities and performance standards and assesses operations using these criteria. Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Advanced degree.
Experience:
5-7 years of relevant experience
Knowledge of higher education and the University of Chicago.
Experience working in central administration within a complex research university environment.
Preferred Competencies
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Experience with website design, user experience, and content creation.
Advanced skills in Mailchimp, MyEmma, or other email marketing tools.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Strategic thinking skills to address complex problems.
Strong ability to manage multiple competing priorities.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive information, exercise discretion, and maintain confidentiality.
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and manage ambiguity.
Advanced proficiency using Microsoft Excel for data analysis and visualization.
Competence with advanced statistical analysis tools such as R, Python, MATLAB or Stata, and database tools such as SQL.
Experience building financial models and maintaining operational budgets.
Working Conditions
Fast-paced office environment.
Sitting at a computer for 4-6 hours.
Periodic travel to other campus locations.
Standing for periods of time when supporting events.
Option for some hybrid work.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Reference 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
Role Impact
FLSA Status
Pay Frequency
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Benefits Eligible
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
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