The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Assistant Director, Mindworks
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Assistant Director, Mindworks
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The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Job Summary The Assistant Director of Mindworks supports its Director in supervising operations and team management of the RFCDR Mindworks Labs, including management of Research Professionals / Lab Managers and Research Assistants who carry out research operations in the Mindworks Labs, and providing supervision of the operations, systems, and facilities that support research to be conducted in the lab by RFCDR-affiliated faculty, graduate students, and postdocs. The Assistant Director also creates and manages initiatives to support general operations, visitor engagement, outreach, and recruitment. This individual serves as a subject matter expert for behavioral science and has regular weekend duties.
Responsibilities
Oversees, schedules, hires, and trains research assistants and research professionals who will conduct research with participants in the Mindworks lab. Serves as a managerial point of contact for CDR lab staff. Supports lab staff members’ professional development, including managing check‑ins with lab managers and research assistants, and assisting with training and development events for the CDR Labs team.
Directs daily lab operations, including oversight of participant intake/consent procedures, organization and scheduling of daily studies conducted in the lab, maintenance of proper record‑keeping of participant data and research management, as well as payment and incentives provided for participation.
Directs the project management procedures for studies conducted in Mindworks by CDR‑affiliated faculty, graduate students, and postdocs, ensuring the full scope of work for each managed study is carried out appropriately by research professionals and research assistants. Maintains excellent, timely communication regarding research operations with CDR faculty, students, postdocs, and staff.
Serves as a subject matter expert for behavioral science to Mindworks visitors, and organizes and leads group visits. Leads exhibit tours, and trains and oversees research assistants’ engagement with visitors to the exhibits. Schedules and organizes group visits to Mindworks.
Provides consulting for faculty, postdocs, and graduate students on their study designs, on issues including technical requirements, recruitment considerations, and ethics‑related issues, to help optimize and troubleshoot research studies to be carried out in the CDR Labs.
Oversees the design and management of recruitment methods for specific demographic and population needs, engineering creative solutions to recruit participants into Mindworks as necessary, in coordination with the CDR Communications team and CDR lab managers. Assists with recruitment and management of the CDR Virtual Lab, especially with regards to engagement of Mindworks visitors in the CDR Virtual Lab.
Keeps up to date with Institutional Review Board policy and ethical guidelines in human subjects’ research, as well as state‑of‑the‑art methods and tools in behavioral science research. Provides support and best‑practice recommendations to CDR researchers related to these guidelines and policies. Assists in updating the Mindworks operations IRB protocol as needed.
Assists with procurement and reconciles research expenses using UChicago ePayment and GEMS online systems as necessary.
Participates in CDR staff meetings to report, review, and discuss operational procedures and outcomes. Assists in organizing and staffing CDR‑sponsored events (Think Better lecture series, etc.) and other Center initiatives as needed.
Develops and maintains productive relationships with organizational partners in support of the labs. Maintains communications with partners, including all necessary reporting to partner organizations.
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.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Education
College or university degree in a related field.
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, organizational behavior, or marketing.
Master’s degree.
Minimum Experience
2–5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Experience
Previous experience in managing research teams and research projects.
Technical Skills
Familiarity with behavioral science research methods and at least two years of experience in conducting computer, web‑based, and interpersonal interaction‑based experiments.
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Preferred Competencies
Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
Work independently with little supervision; possess a self‑motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes.
Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills.
Handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines with frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty and corporate contacts in a multitude of communication methods, including in person, email, and phone.
Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service‑oriented approach.
Working Conditions
This position is currently expected to work in the office.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Equal Opportunity Statement 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, status as an individual with a 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. 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.
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The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
Job Summary The Assistant Director of Mindworks supports its Director in supervising operations and team management of the RFCDR Mindworks Labs, including management of Research Professionals / Lab Managers and Research Assistants who carry out research operations in the Mindworks Labs, and providing supervision of the operations, systems, and facilities that support research to be conducted in the lab by RFCDR-affiliated faculty, graduate students, and postdocs. The Assistant Director also creates and manages initiatives to support general operations, visitor engagement, outreach, and recruitment. This individual serves as a subject matter expert for behavioral science and has regular weekend duties.
Responsibilities
Oversees, schedules, hires, and trains research assistants and research professionals who will conduct research with participants in the Mindworks lab. Serves as a managerial point of contact for CDR lab staff. Supports lab staff members’ professional development, including managing check‑ins with lab managers and research assistants, and assisting with training and development events for the CDR Labs team.
Directs daily lab operations, including oversight of participant intake/consent procedures, organization and scheduling of daily studies conducted in the lab, maintenance of proper record‑keeping of participant data and research management, as well as payment and incentives provided for participation.
Directs the project management procedures for studies conducted in Mindworks by CDR‑affiliated faculty, graduate students, and postdocs, ensuring the full scope of work for each managed study is carried out appropriately by research professionals and research assistants. Maintains excellent, timely communication regarding research operations with CDR faculty, students, postdocs, and staff.
Serves as a subject matter expert for behavioral science to Mindworks visitors, and organizes and leads group visits. Leads exhibit tours, and trains and oversees research assistants’ engagement with visitors to the exhibits. Schedules and organizes group visits to Mindworks.
Provides consulting for faculty, postdocs, and graduate students on their study designs, on issues including technical requirements, recruitment considerations, and ethics‑related issues, to help optimize and troubleshoot research studies to be carried out in the CDR Labs.
Oversees the design and management of recruitment methods for specific demographic and population needs, engineering creative solutions to recruit participants into Mindworks as necessary, in coordination with the CDR Communications team and CDR lab managers. Assists with recruitment and management of the CDR Virtual Lab, especially with regards to engagement of Mindworks visitors in the CDR Virtual Lab.
Keeps up to date with Institutional Review Board policy and ethical guidelines in human subjects’ research, as well as state‑of‑the‑art methods and tools in behavioral science research. Provides support and best‑practice recommendations to CDR researchers related to these guidelines and policies. Assists in updating the Mindworks operations IRB protocol as needed.
Assists with procurement and reconciles research expenses using UChicago ePayment and GEMS online systems as necessary.
Participates in CDR staff meetings to report, review, and discuss operational procedures and outcomes. Assists in organizing and staffing CDR‑sponsored events (Think Better lecture series, etc.) and other Center initiatives as needed.
Develops and maintains productive relationships with organizational partners in support of the labs. Maintains communications with partners, including all necessary reporting to partner organizations.
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.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Education
College or university degree in a related field.
Preferred Education
Bachelor’s degree in psychology, organizational behavior, or marketing.
Master’s degree.
Minimum Experience
2–5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Experience
Previous experience in managing research teams and research projects.
Technical Skills
Familiarity with behavioral science research methods and at least two years of experience in conducting computer, web‑based, and interpersonal interaction‑based experiments.
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Preferred Competencies
Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
Work independently with little supervision; possess a self‑motivated disposition; identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes, all while achieving key objectives resulting in desired outcomes.
Excellent strategic planning, critical thinking, analytical, and persuasion skills.
Handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously and meet strict deadlines with frequent interruptions.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with colleagues, as well as with students, faculty and corporate contacts in a multitude of communication methods, including in person, email, and phone.
Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service‑oriented approach.
Working Conditions
This position is currently expected to work in the office.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Equal Opportunity Statement 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, status as an individual with a 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. 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.
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