University of Chicago
Project Manager, Behavioral Insights and Parenting Lab
University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Project Manager, Behavioral Insights and Parenting Lab
The Project Manager will manage all activities associated with the development and execution of a large, applied field research project at the BIP Lab. This position oversees all aspects of the implementation of this grant-funded project including operationalizing the research design, creation of research instruments, recruitment of research partner sites and participants, management of partner relationships, digital technology tool/program development, testing, and deployment in the field, data collection and management, and post-award reporting on project implementation. The position oversees the work of research assistants supporting data collection. It also oversees the promotion of research projects and the BIP Lab’s mission overall.
This position is grant-funded for one year with the potential for future renewal.
Responsibilities
Manages project execution according to timeline and budget; oversees project planning and implementation through data collection; prepares and hands data off to data team for analysis; collaborates with data team to inform analysis.
Recruits and manages relationships with research sites and research participants; provides technical support as needed.
Onboards, trains, and supervises field research assistants.
Obtains Internal Review Board (IRB) approval and maintains protocol through project lifecycle; manages project operations according to IRB rules and regulations for research consent, data, and security considerations.
Supports development of digital program interventions, surveys, assessments, and other research instruments.
Tracks program expenditures; makes program-related purchases in accordance with grant budget terms; manages revolving fund for payments to research participants.
Documents and maintains project implementation protocols and logs.
Supports pre- and post- grant writing and reporting processes as needed.
Conducts pre-award literature reviews and other secondary research.
Writes post-award implementation sections of grant reports.
Applies research principles and relevant subject matter knowledge relevant to administer a research project. With a moderate level of direction, manages lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.
Supports data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conducts literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
Takes responsibility for non-laboratory duties: transcribing and coding data; developing data collection instruments; presenting research; and recruiting and scheduling research subjects.
Performs other related work as needed.
Education Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications Preferred Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study (psychology, public policy, sociology, education, or related social science discipline).
Master’s degree.
Experience
Project management.
Familiarity with research design and implementation, data management, and procedures of a university IRB.
Working with community-based organizations and with racially/ethnically diverse populations.
Familiarity with the education technology sector and tools; readiness to quickly learn new technology tools.
Preferred Competencies
Able to take initiative, problem solve with minimal supervision, exercise good judgment, prioritize, make decisions, and work under pressure during high volume times.
Proficiency in Spanish a bonus.
Driver’s license and willingness to travel to research sites (ownership of a vehicle is not a requirement).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Motivated, resourceful, energetic, and thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-performing environment.
Organized, strong analytical skills, strong attention to detail, resourceful, and effective time manager.
Excellent team player – collaborative, reliable, able to receive and give constructive feedback, flexible, supportive.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
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This position is grant-funded for one year with the potential for future renewal.
Responsibilities
Manages project execution according to timeline and budget; oversees project planning and implementation through data collection; prepares and hands data off to data team for analysis; collaborates with data team to inform analysis.
Recruits and manages relationships with research sites and research participants; provides technical support as needed.
Onboards, trains, and supervises field research assistants.
Obtains Internal Review Board (IRB) approval and maintains protocol through project lifecycle; manages project operations according to IRB rules and regulations for research consent, data, and security considerations.
Supports development of digital program interventions, surveys, assessments, and other research instruments.
Tracks program expenditures; makes program-related purchases in accordance with grant budget terms; manages revolving fund for payments to research participants.
Documents and maintains project implementation protocols and logs.
Supports pre- and post- grant writing and reporting processes as needed.
Conducts pre-award literature reviews and other secondary research.
Writes post-award implementation sections of grant reports.
Applies research principles and relevant subject matter knowledge relevant to administer a research project. With a moderate level of direction, manages lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.
Supports data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conducts literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
Takes responsibility for non-laboratory duties: transcribing and coding data; developing data collection instruments; presenting research; and recruiting and scheduling research subjects.
Performs other related work as needed.
Education Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications Preferred Qualifications Education
Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field of study (psychology, public policy, sociology, education, or related social science discipline).
Master’s degree.
Experience
Project management.
Familiarity with research design and implementation, data management, and procedures of a university IRB.
Working with community-based organizations and with racially/ethnically diverse populations.
Familiarity with the education technology sector and tools; readiness to quickly learn new technology tools.
Preferred Competencies
Able to take initiative, problem solve with minimal supervision, exercise good judgment, prioritize, make decisions, and work under pressure during high volume times.
Proficiency in Spanish a bonus.
Driver’s license and willingness to travel to research sites (ownership of a vehicle is not a requirement).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Motivated, resourceful, energetic, and thrives in an entrepreneurial, high-performing environment.
Organized, strong analytical skills, strong attention to detail, resourceful, and effective time manager.
Excellent team player – collaborative, reliable, able to receive and give constructive feedback, flexible, supportive.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Posting details and equal opportunity information are provided by the university in the posting and are not reproduced here.
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