RESEARCH COORDINATOR

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Part time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking a Project Manager for the School of Social Work. This part-time position focuses on implementing the Cities curriculum and requires strong interpersonal skills and relevant experience. Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree and be flexible with their schedules to meet program needs.

The successful candidate will liaise between schools and manage mentorship recruitment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in related field and at least two years of relevant experience.
• 1 year of experience in social work preferred.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for implementing the Cities curriculum across designated schools.
• Support the recruitment of university student mentors.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for mentees and mentors.

Skills

Interpersonal communication skills

Experience working with children

Flexibility in scheduling

Task initiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Position Number 8350271

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 Part-Time

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Campus Chicago-Water Tower Campus

Department Name SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK

Location Code SCHOOL OF SOCIAL WORK (02800A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes

Duties And Responsibilities

• The Project Manager is responsible for and assists with implementing the Cities curriculum across the designated schools. Supports recruitment of university student mentors and middle school student mentees for the program, and serves as the primary point of contact for mentees, mentors, and facilitators, as well as the liaison between partner schools and community programs. Support facilitation and community engagement across partner CPS schools.
• Build and nurture connection between research and implementation teams.
• Serve as primary school liaison at both CPS schools and build systems of sustainability.
• Support development of presentations and papers as available.
• Perform related duties as assigned by the Primary and Co-Investigator and Director of Family Services.
• Help to supervise undergraduate student Fellows and DFS interns on the project.

Minimum Education And/or Work Experience

Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in related field and at least two years of relevant experience or combination of advanced degree and experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1 yr of experience in social work preferred.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with peers, school staff, and young adults.
• Must be able to meet deadlines while maintaining a flexible schedule to accommodate the curriculum and part-time role.
• Ability to work independently and to carry out assignments to completion within the parameters of instructions given, prescribed routines, and standard accepted practices.
• Ability to initiate tasks as needed.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to commute to designated schools.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

No

Computer Skills

Basic understanding of Word and Excel MS programs, and the ability to learn LUC and partner schools’ communication platforms.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

None

Working Conditions

None

Open Date

05/27/2026

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$25/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$25/hr

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.