The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Assistant Director, Science Programs
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Job Summary
The Assistant Director is primarily responsible for managing a portfolio of student-facing programs and events, including but not limited to, the Polsky I-Corps program, Collaboratorium, Innovation Fund Associates Program, Commercialization Fellowship, Courses for Scientists, and Innovation Fellows program. In addition to their program portfolio, the Assistant Director will also act as a liaison to Polsky Center leadership and staff who serve the scientific community through other mechanisms including the technology commercialization and licensing team, faculty venture development, the Alchemist Chicago accelerator, the UChicago Science Incubator, and any new initiatives focused on science and technology. Responsibilities
Manages a portfolio of new and existing programs and events from program inception through completion, including I-Corps, Collaboratorium, Innovation Fund Associates, Commercialization Fellowship, Courses for Scientists, and Innovation Fellows. Oversees the promotion and application processes for initiatives in the science program portfolio, in close coordination with the Polsky marketing and communications team. Implements events throughout the year, including coordinating space, catering, and audio/visual, as well as communicating with and supporting event participants. Utilizes data to inform decision-making related to program execution and development, including development and delivery of program evaluation surveys. Works in close coordination with Polsky Center directors, program managers, and leadership to ensure coordination of programming with other Polsky Center initiatives and audiences. Mentors and counsels students, as appropriate, including referrals to relevant Polsky Center and campus ecosystem resources. Manages teambuilding processes to connect scientific and business talent across campus. Together with the Director, Science Programs and Student Engagement, works with Chicago Booth and scientific divisions, centers, and student groups to identify and plan events and initiatives catered to the student community to build Polsky Center awareness and engagement with the graduate and undergraduate student communities. Serves as a liaison to Polsky Center leadership and staff who support the scientific community through other mechanisms including technology commercialization and licensing, faculty venture development, the Alchemist Chicago accelerator, the UChicago Science Incubator, and any new initiatives focused on science and technology. As requested and where appropriate, assists with other initiatives and duties at the Polsky Center. Advises, supports, and recommends concepts for programming to leaders of various organizations and programs. Markets student activities programming throughout the year. Develops and implements protocols for evaluating the effectiveness of programs. Performs other related work as needed. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Education and Experience (Preferred)
Bachelor’s degree. Background advising or mentoring students and managing student-facing programs. Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Working Conditions
This position is currently expected to work a hybrid schedule. Travel between Hyde Park campus and downtown Gleacher Center. The position is based on the Hyde Park campus; 90% or more of time will be spent in Hyde Park. Travel domestically or internationally. Flexibility to occasionally work late or start early for Polsky Center events, as well as attend events on weekends. Application Documents
Resume/CV (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. Benefits and Additional Information
The 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 Benefits Guidebook. Equal Opportunity and Other Notices
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, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. 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; the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
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The Assistant Director is primarily responsible for managing a portfolio of student-facing programs and events, including but not limited to, the Polsky I-Corps program, Collaboratorium, Innovation Fund Associates Program, Commercialization Fellowship, Courses for Scientists, and Innovation Fellows program. In addition to their program portfolio, the Assistant Director will also act as a liaison to Polsky Center leadership and staff who serve the scientific community through other mechanisms including the technology commercialization and licensing team, faculty venture development, the Alchemist Chicago accelerator, the UChicago Science Incubator, and any new initiatives focused on science and technology. Responsibilities
Manages a portfolio of new and existing programs and events from program inception through completion, including I-Corps, Collaboratorium, Innovation Fund Associates, Commercialization Fellowship, Courses for Scientists, and Innovation Fellows. Oversees the promotion and application processes for initiatives in the science program portfolio, in close coordination with the Polsky marketing and communications team. Implements events throughout the year, including coordinating space, catering, and audio/visual, as well as communicating with and supporting event participants. Utilizes data to inform decision-making related to program execution and development, including development and delivery of program evaluation surveys. Works in close coordination with Polsky Center directors, program managers, and leadership to ensure coordination of programming with other Polsky Center initiatives and audiences. Mentors and counsels students, as appropriate, including referrals to relevant Polsky Center and campus ecosystem resources. Manages teambuilding processes to connect scientific and business talent across campus. Together with the Director, Science Programs and Student Engagement, works with Chicago Booth and scientific divisions, centers, and student groups to identify and plan events and initiatives catered to the student community to build Polsky Center awareness and engagement with the graduate and undergraduate student communities. Serves as a liaison to Polsky Center leadership and staff who support the scientific community through other mechanisms including technology commercialization and licensing, faculty venture development, the Alchemist Chicago accelerator, the UChicago Science Incubator, and any new initiatives focused on science and technology. As requested and where appropriate, assists with other initiatives and duties at the Polsky Center. Advises, supports, and recommends concepts for programming to leaders of various organizations and programs. Markets student activities programming throughout the year. Develops and implements protocols for evaluating the effectiveness of programs. Performs other related work as needed. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Education and Experience (Preferred)
Bachelor’s degree. Background advising or mentoring students and managing student-facing programs. Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook). Working Conditions
This position is currently expected to work a hybrid schedule. Travel between Hyde Park campus and downtown Gleacher Center. The position is based on the Hyde Park campus; 90% or more of time will be spent in Hyde Park. Travel domestically or internationally. Flexibility to occasionally work late or start early for Polsky Center events, as well as attend events on weekends. Application Documents
Resume/CV (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. Benefits and Additional Information
The 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 Benefits Guidebook. Equal Opportunity and Other Notices
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, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. 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; the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.
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