Assistant Director, Science Programs
- Chicago, IL
- $55,000-65,000 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
-an unmatched faculty.
-degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents.
-a global body of nearly 56,000 accomplished alumni.
-strong and growing corporate relationships that provide a wealth of lifelong career opportunities.As part of the world-renowned University of Chicago, Chicago Booth shares the University's core values that shape the distinctive intellectual culture. At Booth, they constantly question and test ideas, and seek proof. This extraordinarily effective approach to business leads to new ideas and innovative solutions. Seven of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.For more information about the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, please visit: http://www.chicagobooth.edu/.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.
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Background advising or mentoring students and managing student-facing programs.
- Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
- Exceptional event planning and project management skills and execute high-impact programming efficiently and effectively.
- Strong relationship management abilities, with experience working across diverse stakeholder groups, including students, faculty, and alumni.
- Strong analytical skills with experience collecting and using data to evaluate program effectiveness.
- Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills, as well as organizational skills.
- Work independently with little supervision, possess a self-motivated disposition, and identify opportunities for improvement.
- Strong problem-solving and attention to detail.
- High level of organization and the ability to handle multiple detailed tasks/projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Professional demeanor, including tact, discretion, and a customer service-oriented approach.
- Background in science or engineering or experience working with scientific/technical audiences.
- This position is currently expected to work a hybrid schedule.
- Travel between Hyde Park campus and downtown Gleacher Center. Please note that 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.
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
FLSA Status Exempt
Pay Range $55,000.00 - $65,000.00The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.Benefits Eligible YesThe 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 thePosting StatementThe 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 theJob seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request viaAll offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, 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.The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: . Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.