Research and Community Engagement Manager

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago seeks a Research and Community Engagement Manager to lead research programs, community outreach, and communications within the Gannon Center for Women and Leadership. This role collaborates with students, faculty, donors, and partners to advance the Center’s mission.

The position oversees events, administrative operations, and program evaluation, contributing to Jesuit, Catholic higher education values and strategic initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit administration, program management, community engagement, or related field.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Experience managing events, budgets, and multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and related administrative platforms.
• Understanding of and commitment to the mission, values, and educational philosophy of a Jesuit, Catholic university.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage research programs and community engagement initiatives.
• Plan and execute events, workshops, lectures, conferences, and special programs.
• Develop program materials and support outreach to students, faculty, alumni, donors, and partners.
• Oversee communications, newsletters, web content, and digital outreach.
• Manage office operations, budgets, purchasing, and vendor coordination.

Skills

Strong organizational

Project management

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

SharePoint

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Research and Community Engagement Manager

Position Details

Job Title Research and Community Engagement Manager Position Number 8100281 Work Modality Fully In-Person Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? No Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus Department Name GANNON CENTER FOR WOMEN Location Code GANNON CENTER (02003A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

The Research and Community Engagement Manager serves as a key member of the Gannon Center for Women and Leadership team, managing research programs, community engagement initiatives, events, communications, and administrative operations. This position works closely with students, faculty, donors, community partners, and university stakeholders to advance the Center’s mission through program management, relationship building, and operational support.

Research Program Management

• Coordinate and support student and faculty research programs and related initiatives.
• Manage program logistics, travel arrangements, and research support resources.
• Collect and analyze program data and prepare assessment, impact, and outcome reports.
• Support financial administration and resource management for research activities.

Community Engagement and Events

• Plan, coordinate, and implement community engagement programs, workshops, lectures, conferences, and special events.
• Manage event logistics, communications, registration processes, and participant engagement.
• Develop program materials and support outreach efforts that strengthen connections among students, faculty, alumni, donors, and community partners.

Communications and Outreach

• Manage Center communications, including newsletters, email campaigns, web content, promotional materials, and digital communications.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for inquiries and stakeholder communications.
• Support donor stewardship and engagement efforts.

Operations and Financial Administration

• Oversee day-to-day office and facility operations, including space scheduling, equipment, and vendor coordination.
• Manage budgets, financial transactions, purchasing activities, and financial recordkeeping.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and procedures.

Administrative Support

• Maintain program records, reports, and documentation.
• Support strategic initiatives, reporting, and special projects.
• Coordinate calendars, collaboration tools, and administrative systems that support Center operations.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience Bachelor’s degree in related field and related work experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit administration, program management, community engagement, research administration, or a related field.
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Experience managing events, budgets, and multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and related administrative platforms.
• Understanding of and commitment to the mission, values, and educational philosophy of a Jesuit, Catholic university.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses n/a Computer Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
• Experience using cloud-based collaboration, document management, and communication platforms.
• Experience with financial, database, reporting, survey, event management, or project management systems.
• Ability to learn and effectively use university technologies to support program administration, communications, assessment, and operational management.

Supervisory Responsibilities No Required operation of university owned vehicles No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No Physical Demands Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Repetitive Motions Working Conditions Irregular Hours Open Date 10/30/2026 Close Date Position

Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $68,000 Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $63,000

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/ . For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed .
About Loyola University Chicago Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes —including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.
Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here .
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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree in related field and related work experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• * How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicago's mission and values?

  (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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