Research Director | University of Chicago (UC) - Military Veterans

Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Supports the design of studies and related instruments, in particular, research related to vaccination incentives. Reviews Institutional Review Board (IRB) applications and ensures all projects have updated ethical approval. Assists research assistants in addressing complex problems related to project administration, including planning and adapting procedures and making significant contributions to methodologies. Contributes to the writing of manuscripts, reports, presentations, and pre-analysis plans. Oversees the organizational planning and implementation of all research projects. Writes grant applications and proposals. Manages project expenditures and reports the status of project budgets to the PI monthly. Collaborates with the Grants Manager to adhere to budget guidelines. Manages liaisons with implementation and data collection partners to ensure the operational and financial health of projects. May travel to overseas locations to support project development and setup. Develops and maintains effective working relations with groups, individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop and interpret findings. Scopes and engages with potential research partners in study locations. Hires, trains, and supervises research personnel, including predoctoral research assistants, field research assistants, and student research assistants. Guides data collection, evaluation, and analysis. Designs and manages databases. Writes reports, articles, and manuscripts. Presents research findings at meetings and conferences, as well as to funding agencies. Conducts literature reviews. Develop and maintain liaisons and effective working relations with groups and individuals, agencies, and the public to encourage cooperative management strategies or to develop information and interpret findings. Performs other related work as needed. Preferred Qualifications Education: Masters degree in economics, public policy, or related field. Coursework in economics, econometrics, or statistics. Coursework in development economics or international development. Experience: Working knowledge in research and evaluation of international development, with proven analytical, quantitative, and management skills. Background working in a low-or middle- income country. Involvement working in Sub-Saharan African countries. Technical Skills or Knowledge: Proficient in Stata, Python, MATLAB and/or R. Preferred Competencies Demonstrated project management skills, including attention to operational and research detail and managing multiple projects efficiently. Work both independently, in a self-directed manner, and as a team member. Strong analytical skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce clear written materials geared toward technical and non-technical audiences. Mature, self-directed individual with the ability to balance multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced working environment. Strong interpersonal skills and cultural sensitivity to effectively work with global teams across cultures, work styles, and time zones. Excellent organizational skills and high attention to detail. Strong interest in development economics. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.