Research Manager - Teaching & Learning

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Research Manager - Teaching & Learning Team manages the design and delivery of effective educational experiences. This role collaborates closely with other teams to align curriculum, training methods, and learner needs. By combining instructional design expertise with people-centered leadership ensures that teaching and learning practices are engaging, effective, and accessible.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree.
• Experience in python including torch and scikit-learn libraries strongly preferred.
• Experience in working with image data or unstructured text data with large language models.
• Leadership skills with experience supervising and supporting staff.
• Expertise in instructional design, pedagogy, and adult learning.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and LMS platforms.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and coaching abilities.
• Strategic thinker who can balance innovation with consistency.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, supervision, and support for the Teaching & Learning Specialists.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for the team, reviewing and updating them regularly.
• Coach and train staff to strengthen instructional practices and professional growth.
• Collaborate with Training & Certification and IDEA teams to align curriculum and ensure consistency across learning initiatives.
• Work with the Technology & User Support Team to ensure course design aligns with technical delivery.
• Review and refine training content, applying adult learning principles and best practices.
• Resolve escalated issues related to training content or delivery.
• Provide updates and recommendations to leadership on teaching and learning strategies.
• Contribute to cross-team and organizational projects beyond core duties, including event logistics and process improvements.
• Experience leading jurisdiction-based training systems, supervising trainers, and supporting statewide adoption.
• Manages research professionals and support staff involved with planning, monitoring, and compliance aspects of research projects. Advises other researchers on long-range plans for research projects.
• Develops goals and operating procedures, practices, and guidelines for research activity based on department strategy.
• Manages the laboratory facilities, including the purchase of new equipment and the maintenance and repair of laboratory equipment.
• Reviews research of others, and may conduct own research, in area of expertise. Edits and approves articles, reports and manuscripts. Presents research findings at meetings and/or conference. Manages the research of processes in clinical or non-clinical settings. Program and use computers to store, process, and analyze data.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees