Research & Project Coordination Specialist

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading academic institution in Chicago is seeking a Research Specialist to coordinate projects and support organizational initiatives. The role involves developing project plans, monitoring progress, and ensuring alignment with goals. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and 5-7 years of relevant work experience. Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills are essential. The position offers a salary range of $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 with benefits.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Experience coordinating programs, trainings, or projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate cross-team projects and align with organizational goals.
• Develop and maintain project plans and timelines.
• Monitor progress and provide updates to leadership.
• Support project management tools and SOPs.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Planner

Asana

Trello

Job description

A leading academic institution in Chicago is seeking a Research Specialist to coordinate projects and support organizational initiatives. The role involves developing project plans, monitoring progress, and ensuring alignment with goals. Candidates should have a degree in a related field and 5-7 years of relevant work experience. Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills are essential. The position offers a salary range of $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 with benefits.