Graduate Research Assistant: Leadership & Data Analytics

University of Illinois Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,266 - 50,227; Part time

Job summary

The University of Illinois Chicago is looking for a Graduate Hourly worker for the Institute for Leadership Excellence and Development (iLEAD). This role involves assisting with research, databases, and program management. Must be a graduate student enrolled at UIC.

Ideal candidates should have database knowledge, skills in R/Python, and proficiency in software like MS Access and SQL. The position is set to begin in Fall 2026 with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of database systems along with expertise in R/Python.
• Proven work experience with SQL, MS Access, VBA, Advanced Excel.
• Ability to work with MS Access reports.

Responsibilities

• Assist with research and assessment tasks within iLEAD.
• Maintain and update the iLEAD database with survey results.
• Build and generate customized reports using MS Access and VBA.
• Manage iLEAD equipment inventory.
• Liaise with other offices for student data.
• Meet regularly with the iLEAD team.
• Program surveys using Qualtrics.

Skills

Database systems knowledge

R/Python expertise

SQL proficiency

MS Access experience

VBA skills

Advanced Excel

Qualtrics basic understanding

Microsoft Office proficiency

IBM SPSS Statistics knowledge

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Currently enrolled in a Graduate Program at UIC

Tools

Qualtrics

MS Access

IBM SPSS Statistics

Job description

The University of Illinois Chicago is looking for a Graduate Hourly worker for the Institute for Leadership Excellence and Development (iLEAD). This role involves assisting with research, databases, and program management. Must be a graduate student enrolled at UIC.

Ideal candidates should have database knowledge, skills in R/Python, and proficiency in software like MS Access and SQL. The position is set to begin in Fall 2026 with the possibility of extension.