Research Specialist - TCOM

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

1d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

To transform mental health through compassionate, innovative interdisciplinary care, pioneering research, and the education of future leaders dedicated to advancing the well-being of individuals, families, and their communities. The Research Specialist supports the organization by coordinating projects, schedules, and reporting across all teams. This role ensures that organizational initiatives are well-structured, on track, and aligned with priorities. While not initially supervising staff, the Project Management Team Lead helps set consistent practices for project management and may grow into a supervisory role over Project Managers as the team develops. Uses subject matter and best practices knowledge to perform lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Works independently to assist with project design. Solves complex problems relating to the administration of projects, including planning new procedures, adapting existing procedures to the needs of the project, and making significant contributions to methodology. Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis. Designs and manages databases. Writes reports, articles and manuscripts. Presents research findings at meetings and conferences, as well as to funding agencies. Conducts literature reviews. Develop and maintain liaisons and effective working relations with groups and individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop information and interpret findings.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and project management tools (e.g., Planner, Asana, Trello).
• Experience coordinating programs, trainings, or projects strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in reporting and tracking.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a central point of coordination for cross-team projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain project plans, timelines, and tracking tools.
• Monitor progress and provide regular updates and reports to leadership.
• Collaborate closely with all teams to align efforts, resources, and communications.
• Support the development of project management tools, templates, and SOPs.
• Facilitate meetings and ensure follow-up actions are completed.
• Contribute to organizational projects beyond core duties, such as event logistics or communications.
• Uses subject matter and best practices knowledge to perform lab and/or research-related duties and tasks.
• Works independently to assist with project design.
• Solves complex problems relating to the administration of projects, including planning new procedures, adapting existing procedures to the needs of the project, and making significant contributions to methodology.
• Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis.
• Designs and manages databases.
• Writes reports, articles and manuscripts.
• Presents research findings at meetings and conferences, as well as to funding agencies.
• Conducts literature reviews.
• Develop and maintain liaisons and effective working relations with groups and individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop information and interpret findings.
• 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: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees