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University of Chicago

Assistant Director, Data Science and AI, Career Advancement

University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Assistant Director, Data Science and AI, Career Advancement

Scroll down to find the complete details of the job offer, including experience required and associated duties and tasks. Career Advancement is the undergraduate career services office at the University of Chicago. We prepare College students and recent alumni to find fulfilling careers in their field of interest and connect them with employers across locations and industries. Learn more at careeradvancement.uchicago.edu.

Job Summary

The Assistant Director, Career Advancement will lead initiatives to prepare and connect undergraduate students at the College to impactful careers in data science and artificial intelligence across industries. This role will design and drive strategic initiatives that expand students’ awareness of and access to career pathways in business, technology, healthcare, climate science, government, public policy, and beyond. The role will lead career exploration and readiness programming to support students pursuing careers in data science, data analytics, and artificial intelligence. The Assistant Director will cultivate partnerships to generate internships, research collaborations, networking events, and other immersive experiences that give students hands-on exposure to the evolving AI landscape. A primary focus is on developing new employer partnerships across industries to create pipelines for career opportunities for College students. The role will also advise students individually and in groups, providing guidance on AI career exploration and recruiting support. This position is based on campus in Hyde Park, Chicago, IL. Please apply with resume and cover letter for full consideration.

Desired Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in economics, business, finance or STEM field.

Experience:

Minimum of five years of professional experience.

Experience in program design and delivery; partnership management; project management, customer relations, program administration, etc. is preferred.

Candidates with STEM degree or STEM industry experience strongly preferred. Experience with data science, data analytics, and/or AI competencies is highly preferred.

Exemplary organization skills and attention to detail.

Strong project management skills with ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.

Strong interpersonal skills.

Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced environment.

Ability to be highly flexible, adaptable, and comfortable shifting priorities on short notice.

Demonstrated success in maintaining collaborative relationships with stakeholders.

High degree of professionalism when interacting with internal and external constituents.

Deep commitment to customer service.

Salary Range

$90,000 - 115,000

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Higher Education

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