What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Project Manager position at Loyola University Of Chicago?
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
PROJECT MANAGER
Position Number
8150523
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Maywood-Health Sciences & Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campuses
Department Name
HEALTH INFORMATICS & DATA SCI
Location Code
HEALTH INFORMATICS & DATA SCI
Is this split and / or fully grant funded?
Duties and Responsibilities
The Urban Malaria Project is dedicated to comprehending the burden and determinants of malaria transmission in urban areas within countries where malaria is endemic. Our ultimate objective is to leverage this understanding to contribute valuable insights to national malaria strategic planning. Our diverse range of projects employs qualitative methodologies to delve into community contexts, fostering dialogues that lead to consensus on crucial intervention planning matters. Our Chicago team based at Loyola University is currently in search of a Technical Project Manager to provide essential support to our teams based in Chicago and Nigeria. This position, located in Chicago, requires a candidate with a strong technical background who will be responsible for developing tools and processes to streamline fieldwork oversight, facilitate the production of research manuscripts, and address administrative needs for the Chicago team.
Technical Project Manager Responsibilities
- Develop and update code and scripts for R Shiny apps to assess and address field project issues.
- Identify and address data quality issues while monitoring the progress of field interviewers.
- Evaluate daily progress towards achieving fieldwork targets.
- Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on the progress of field studies.
- Write code and scripts to support the development of research manuscripts.
- Present findings at Chicago research lab meetings and wider team meetings.
- Conduct literature reviews to stay abreast of relevant developments, support project planning and manuscript development.
- Provide administrative support to the Chicago research lab Principal Investigator (PI).
Minimum Education and / or Work Experience
Bachelor's degree in related field and two-five years of related experience.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Certificates / Credentials / Licenses
Bachelor's or master's degree in a technical field with at least 1-2 years of experience.
Computer Skills
Basic troubleshooting skills, use of web browsers and internet, file maintenance and organization, email etiquette, digital safety and security.Demonstrated programming experience in R or Python.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Required operation of university owned vehicles
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
None
Open Date
12 / 13 / 2023
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate
85,000 / ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate
70,000 / ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago
Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate / professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here .
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.
Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
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