Technical Project Manager

Loyola University Chicago

403(b)

United States, Illinois, Maywood

Dec 07, 2024

Position Details

Job Title	PROJECT MANAGER
Position Number	8150523
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Exempt
Campus	Maywood-Health Sciences & Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campuses
Department Name	HEALTH INFORMATICS & DATA SCI
Location Code	HEALTH INFORMATICS & DATA SCI
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	The Urban Malaria Project is dedicated to comprehending the burden and determinants of malaria transmission in urban areas within countries where malaria is endemic. Our ultimate objective is to leverage this understanding to contribute valuable insights to national malaria strategic planning. Our diverse range of projects employs qualitative methodologies to delve into community contexts, fostering dialogues that lead to consensus on crucial intervention planning matters. Our Chicago team based at Loyola University is currently in search of a Technical Project Manager to provide essential support to our teams based in Chicago and Nigeria. This position, located in Chicago, requires a candidate with a strong technical background who will be responsible for developing tools and processes to streamline fieldwork oversight, facilitate the production of research manuscripts, and address administrative needs for the Chicago team. Technical Project Manager Responsibilities Develop and update code and scripts for R Shiny apps to assess and address field project issues. Identify and address data quality issues while monitoring the progress of field interviewers. Evaluate daily progress towards achieving fieldwork targets. Prepare comprehensive reports and presentations on the progress of field studies. Write code and scripts to support the development of research manuscripts. Present findings at Chicago research lab meetings and wider team meetings. Conduct literature reviews to stay abreast of relevant developments, support project planning and manuscript development. Provide administrative support to the Chicago research lab Principal Investigator (PI).
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Bachelor's degree in related field and two-five years of related experience.
Qualifications	Minimum Qualifications Ability to work effectively in an ambiguous environment. Experience working in a highly collaborative, cross-functional environment. Positive attitude and cheerful disposition. Proactive and capable of working independently. Quick learner with the ability to acquire new skills efficiently. Preferred Qualifications Proficiency in English and French. Experience in Shiny app development. Website development expertise. Previous experience in team management.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	Bachelor's or master's degree in a technical field with at least 1-2 years of experience.
Computer Skills	Basic troubleshooting skills, use of web browsers and internet, file maintenance and organization, email etiquette, digital safety and security.Demonstrated programming experience in R or Python. Proficiency in MS Office Suite - Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
Open Date	12/13/2023
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$85,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$70,000/ann
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago	Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here. As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic Universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all. Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27083