University of Chicago
Director, Human Centered Weather Forecasts
University of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Director, Human Centered Weather Forecasts
Join the University of Chicago as Director of the Human Centered Weather Forecasts (HCF) initiative, an interdisciplinary effort led by Professors Michael Kremer, Pedram Hassanzadeh, and Amir Jina. The HCF initiative expands access to high‑quality weather forecasts in low‑ and middle‑income countries, leveraging cutting‑edge AI and interdisciplinary expertise to support adaptation and resilience.
Pay Range $107,950.00 – $139,700.00 per year (salary)
Department SSD Development Economics Center: Staff and Temporary Employees, part of the Development Innovation Lab.
Job Summary The Director will own and lead the HCF initiative from conception through completion. Responsibilities include partnership and stakeholder engagement, fundraising, event preparation, and delivery of initiative goals while collaborating with faculty leads and external partners.
Responsibilities
Lead oversight of the initiative, track priorities, manage meeting agendas and action items, oversee budgets and reporting, and ensure execution of initiative goals.
Lead fundraising efforts, draft proposals, and build relationships with potential donors.
Work closely with faculty leads to prepare leaders for high‑level events and manage engagements.
Coordinate testing and scaling of improved weather forecasts, creating policy‑relevant resources such as concept notes and policy memos.
Engage researchers on validating, generating, and disseminating forecasts for LMICs.
Provide guidance, training, and support to junior staff and project team members; support recruitment efforts.
Act as a subject‑matter expert, interpret complex issues, and provide analytical guidance.
Lead vendor integration and review vendor deliverables.
Perform related duties as needed.
Education Minimum: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, public policy, or a related field.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience managing complex projects in relevant domains.
Strong track record of independent problem‑solving and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and high attention to detail.
Preferred Competencies
Judgment and policy acumen to advance the initiative’s mission.
Leadership of local or virtual teams with natural authority.
Adaptability and drive to navigate uncertainty.
Prioritization and multi‑project management capabilities.
Working Conditions
Travel as required.
Hybrid position: approximately 3 days on campus per week, with flexible office presence.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Professional References Contact Information (3 required)
All applications must be submitted via the My Experience page under Application Documents. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. For more detail see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination and accommodation information.
Benefits Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and paid time‑off. Detailed information in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement Equal opportunity employer. The University of Chicago does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other protected class. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For additional information, see the University’s availability of fire safety and security reports. All disclosures comply with applicable law.
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Pay Range $107,950.00 – $139,700.00 per year (salary)
Department SSD Development Economics Center: Staff and Temporary Employees, part of the Development Innovation Lab.
Job Summary The Director will own and lead the HCF initiative from conception through completion. Responsibilities include partnership and stakeholder engagement, fundraising, event preparation, and delivery of initiative goals while collaborating with faculty leads and external partners.
Responsibilities
Lead oversight of the initiative, track priorities, manage meeting agendas and action items, oversee budgets and reporting, and ensure execution of initiative goals.
Lead fundraising efforts, draft proposals, and build relationships with potential donors.
Work closely with faculty leads to prepare leaders for high‑level events and manage engagements.
Coordinate testing and scaling of improved weather forecasts, creating policy‑relevant resources such as concept notes and policy memos.
Engage researchers on validating, generating, and disseminating forecasts for LMICs.
Provide guidance, training, and support to junior staff and project team members; support recruitment efforts.
Act as a subject‑matter expert, interpret complex issues, and provide analytical guidance.
Lead vendor integration and review vendor deliverables.
Perform related duties as needed.
Education Minimum: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in economics, public policy, or a related field.
Qualifications
7+ years of experience managing complex projects in relevant domains.
Strong track record of independent problem‑solving and collaboration with cross‑functional teams.
Excellent written and oral communication skills and high attention to detail.
Preferred Competencies
Judgment and policy acumen to advance the initiative’s mission.
Leadership of local or virtual teams with natural authority.
Adaptability and drive to navigate uncertainty.
Prioritization and multi‑project management capabilities.
Working Conditions
Travel as required.
Hybrid position: approximately 3 days on campus per week, with flexible office presence.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Professional References Contact Information (3 required)
All applications must be submitted via the My Experience page under Application Documents. The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. For more detail see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination and accommodation information.
Benefits Eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, retirement, and paid time‑off. Detailed information in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement Equal opportunity employer. The University of Chicago does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or any other protected class. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For additional information, see the University’s availability of fire safety and security reports. All disclosures comply with applicable law.
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