Strategic Programs & Operations Lead

UChicago Institute for Climate and Sustainable Growth; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago Booth School of Business seeks an Assistant Director, Programs and Operations for the Chookaszian Accounting Research Center (CARC). You will support the Faculty Director, manage operations and budgets, and coordinate workshops and conferences to advance research impact.

Responsibilities include financial reporting, vendor management, and coordinating faculty recruitment logistics while maintaining strong internal and external relationships. Office-based with some events.

Qualifications

• Education: college or university degree required.
• Work Experience: 2–5 years in related job discipline.
• Certifications: ---

Responsibilities

• Serves as primary administrative and operational partner to Faculty Director and coordinates center operations.
• Manages annual operating budget including forecasting, expense approvals, and real-time budget reports.
• Coordinates research support activities, events, and faculty meetings to support center initiatives.

Skills

Administrative skills

Time management

Communication

Education

College degree

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

Payroll systems

Budgeting tools

Job description

University of Chicago Booth School of Business seeks an Assistant Director, Programs and Operations for the Chookaszian Accounting Research Center (CARC). You will support the Faculty Director, manage operations and budgets, and coordinate workshops and conferences to advance research impact.

Responsibilities include financial reporting, vendor management, and coordinating faculty recruitment logistics while maintaining strong internal and external relationships. Office-based with some events.