Research Technician - LMS

The University Of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 29,797 - 39,743; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wide range of benefits programs

Job summary

A prestigious urban research university in Chicago is seeking an LMS Implementation Specialist to manage course setup and maintain the learning management system. The ideal candidate will have experience with LMS tools and be capable of collaborating across teams to create engaging learning opportunities. Responsibilities include managing course configurations, providing technical support, and ensuring content accuracy. This full-time role offers an hourly pay rate ranging from $21.63 to $28.85.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Comfortable with technology and learning new tools.
• Ability to explain technical processes to non-technical colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Manage the setup and launch of courses and modules in the LMS.
• Collaborate with team members to design new learning opportunities.
• Provide support and respond to learner inquiries as needed.

Skills

Experience with Learning Management Systems

Knowledge of Zendesk

Proficient in Articulate

Strong attention to detail

Problem-solving skills

Education

Vocational training or equivalent experience

Advanced degree (preferred)

Job description

**Department**BSD PSY - Lyons Lab**About the Department**To transform mental health through compassionate, innovative interdisciplinary care, pioneering research, and the education of future leaders dedicated to advancing the well-being of individuals, families, and their communities.**Job Summary**The LMS Implementation Specialist helps bring our training vision to life by managing the setup, launch, and maintenance of courses, modules, and events within the learning management system. This role blends technical skills with collaboration, ensuring that learners can access high-quality, accurate, and well-organized content. The LMS Implementation Specialist also provides support to learners and team members, contributing to seamless access and positive learning experiences.**Responsibilities*** Build and configure courses, modules, and live event registrations in the LMS.* Review and update existing content to ensure accuracy and accessibility.* Collaborate with teaching and learning specialists, program administrators, and other team members to design and launch new learning opportunities.* Assist with support desk duties, responding to learner inquiries as needed.* Partner with colleagues across teams, including the IDEA Team Lead and the Community Engagement & Partnerships Lead, to integrate content that reflects diverse needs and perspectives.* Contribute to cross-team projects or tasks beyond LMS implementation, such as supporting live training logistics.* Provides technical and administrative support for a research project.* Collects and enters data. Assists in analyzing data. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.* Assists with the installation, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.* May assist recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Is developing skills in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.* Performs other related work as needed.**Minimum Qualifications****Education:**Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).**Work Experience:**Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.**Certifications:****---****Preferred Qualifications****Education:*** Advanced degree.**Experience:*** Experience with Learning Management Systems, Zendesk, and Articulate.**Preferred Competencies*** Comfort with technology and enthusiasm for learning new tools.* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.* Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain technical processes to non-technical colleagues.* Time management.* Problem-solving skills.* Organizational skills.* Verbal and written communication skills.* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.**Application Documents*** Resume (required)* Cover Letter (required)When applying, the document(s) **MUST** be uploaded via the **My Experience** page, in the section titled **Application Documents** of the application.**Job Family**Research**Role Impact**Individual Contributor**Scheduled** **Weekly Hours**40**Drug Test Required**No**Health Screen Required**No**Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required**No**Pay Rate Type**Hourly **FLSA Status**Non-Exempt **Pay Range**$21.63 - $28.85The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.**Benefits Eligible**YesThe 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**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, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. 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