Research Professional

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business; Harper (OR); On-site; USD 59,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business seeks Research Professionals to assist in data collection, statistical analysis, and support for faculty research across multiple projects. This one-year position may extend to a second year, based on performance and project needs.

Responsibilities include coordinating experiments, programming surveys, maintaining databases, and producing charts and text for presentations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a field relevant to the research being conducted.
• Minimum of one year of relevant research experience.
• Background with research methods and experimental design.
• Familiarity with clinical or healthcare research settings.
• Background supporting IRB protocols or clinical trials.

Responsibilities

• Collect data, conduct complex statistical analysis, write statistical software programs, and organize the presentation of results.
• Serve as the point of contact for scheduling, organizing events, and conducting outreach for studies and media.
• Coordinate and implement online and in-person experiments, including megastudies.
• Develop and program surveys and experimental materials.
• Create charts, tables, and descriptive text for presentations.
• Maintain databases, review background materials, and perform preliminary research.
• Obtain and organize information for research from other academic institutions and practitioners.
• Proofread and edit citations of research reports, working papers, IRB protocols, and publications.
• Maintain effective communication with all faculty members and outside institutions.
• Provide technical and administrative support for research projects.
• Analyze and maintain data and/or specimens, conduct literature reviews, and assist with preparation of reports, manuscripts, and other documents.

Skills

R

STATA

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in psychology/behavioral science/public health/pre-med/neuroscience/economics

Tools

Qualtrics

Job description

About The Department

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second‑oldest business school in the U.S. and a leading center for business education and research. Since 1898, Booth has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Its rigorous, discipline‑based approach transforms students into confident business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Each of Booth’s four campuses—two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Hong Kong—offers a state‑of‑the‑art learning environment.

Job Summary

Research Professionals work with faculty to collect data, maintain databases, conduct statistical analysis, and provide other support for faculty research projects. This position is expected to last one year with the possibility of a second.

Responsibilities

• Collect data, conduct complex statistical analysis, write statistical software programs, and organize the presentation of results.
• Serve as the point of contact for scheduling, organizing events, and conducting outreach for studies and media.
• Coordinate and implement online and in‑person experiments, including megastudies.
• Develop and program surveys and experimental materials.
• Create charts, tables, and descriptive text for presentations.
• Maintain databases, review background materials, and perform preliminary research.
• Obtain and organize information for research from other academic institutions and practitioners.
• Proofread and edit citations of research reports, working papers, IRB protocols, and publications.
• Maintain effective communication with all faculty members and outside institutions.
• Provide technical and administrative support for research projects.
• Analyze and maintain data and/or specimens, conduct literature reviews, and assist with preparation of reports, manuscripts, and other documents.
• Perform other related work as needed.

Education

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree or higher in a field relevant to the research being conducted, such as psychology, behavioral science, public health, pre‑med, neuroscience, or economics.

Work Experience

• Minimum of one year of relevant research experience.
• Background with research methods and experimental design.
• Familiarity with clinical or healthcare research settings.
• Background supporting IRB protocols or clinical trials.

Technical Skills or Knowledge

• Demonstrated proficiency in R, STATA, Python, or related software.
• Proficiency in survey tools such as Qualtrics.
• Skilled at managing large datasets and conducting statistical analyses.

Preferred Competencies

• Strong organization and project‑management skills.
• Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Excellent strategic planning, critical‑thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills.
• Ability to handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, students, faculty, and corporate contacts.
• Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service–oriented approach.

Working Conditions

This position is expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.

Benefits Eligible

Yes. 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.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$59,000.00 - $62,000.00

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal‑opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.