Senior Research Specialist - Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination (CRTEC)

Senior Research Specialist - Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination (CRTEC)

University of Illinois Cancer Center - Chicago, IL

Senior Research Specialist Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination (CRTEC) (CSOD: 1028071)

The University of Illinois Cancer Center is seeking candidates to fill the position of Senior Research Specialist in the Office of Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination (CRTEC). CRTEC is responsible for developing and coordinating education, training, and career advancement activities to support diverse trainees, from K-12 students to early-career faculty, engaged and mentored in cancer-related research. Under the guidance of the Director of CRTEC, the dedicated and experienced Senior Research Specialist will lead and manage cancer research training programs. The role will be responsible for advancing the research careers of trainees and guiding them towards independent faculty careers, with an emphasis on diversity and inclusion. The Senior Research Specialist will collaborate with faculty mentors, research institutions, and UI Cancer Center Cores to ensure that the next generation of cancer researchers have the necessary skills, mentorship, and resources to succeed. Additionally, this role will involve tracking program outcomes and contributing to the development of trainees and institutional training grants.

See the full ad and apply online by November 13, 2024, at: uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12381?c=uic

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in social science or related field required. A Master's degree in social science, or science-related field is strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years related research experience.
• Possess and apply advanced knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices, and methods. Preferred Qualifications
• Minimum of two years of experience working in an educational or healthcare setting or related field.
• Experience in managing academic research or training programs, specifically with a focus on supporting graduate students, postdoctoral fellows, or early-stage investigators.
• Experience in program evaluation, education, measurement, evaluation, statistics, and assessment.
• Specialized knowledge in project/program management, supervising program staff, and setting clearly defined professional development goals.
• Experience preparing or supporting institutional training grant submissions
• Demonstrated knowledge of working with a diverse range of stakeholders, including faculty, administrative teams, trainees, and external partners.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, be team-oriented, and work closely with various stakeholders.
• Possess analytical, organizational, and critical thinking skills.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential to maintain effective working relationships with peers, employees, students, managers at all levels, and internal and external constituencies (UIC departments, parents, high schools, and other colleges /universities).
• The successful candidate will be a self-starter, adaptive independent thinker with the ability to develop resources, problem-solve, high interpersonal skills, and professionalism.

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899.