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Position Information Requisition Number

087239

Departmental Job Title

Research Project Coordinator

Type of Position

Staff

Number of Positions Available

Division

Chicago Booth (formerly the Graduate School of Business)

Department

3034107-BUS-Center For Population Economics

*Standard Summary

Principal contribution is the application of principles and knowledge relevant to the administration and support of the research project. Under limited direction, performs complex lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan, including planning new procedures, adapting existing procedures to the needs of the project, and making contributions to methodology. Collects, records and analyzes data. Conducts literature reviews. Participates in writing reports and manuscripts. Oversees the management of equipment and supplies. Ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates. Trains and oversees the work of research support personnel. Responsibilities may include the following non-laboratory duties: transcribing and coding data; developing data collection instruments; presenting research findings at staff meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences; assisting with building databases; and recruiting and scheduling research subjects. Responsibilities may include the following laboratory duties: recognizing abnormal results and varying conditions or procedures to correct problems; setting up and performing experiments. May serve as a lead research specialist in smaller labs.

About the Unit

The University of Chicago Booth School of Business is the second-oldest school in the U.S. and second to none when it comes to influencing business education and business practices. Since 1898, the school has produced ideas and leaders that shape the world of business. Their rigorous, discipline-based approach to business education transforms students into confident, effective, respected business leaders prepared to face the toughest challenges. Chicago Booth has the finest set of facilities of any business school in the world. Each of the four campuses (two in Chicago, one in London, and one in Singapore) reflects the architectural traditions of its environs while offering a state-of-the-art learning environment. Chicago Booth is proud to claim: -an unmatched faculty. -degree and open enrollment programs offered on three continents. -a global body of nearly 43,000 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. Six of the Booth faculty members have won Nobel Prizes for these ideas - the first business school to achieve this accomplishment.

Unit Job Summary

Under the general oversight of the Director of Research and Operations (DRO), the Research Project Coordinator supports, coordinates, and conducts economic and spatial research and analysis and data collection. This individual works closely with the DRO to craft and carry out data collection strategies and has supervisory responsibility for some student data collection and entry staff. The Project Coordinator supports faculty and trainee investigators in preparing datasets and in conducting statistical analyses, and may collaborate with investigators in the preparation of publications. The Project Coordinator has primary responsibility for key data-discovery and data-collection projects. This person is the primary geospatial analysis expert on the Center's projects, and must be proficient with GIS software and spatial analytical methods. The Project Coordinator will also be responsible for technical direction of the development of the mapping server and developing GIS tools for internal and external use. The individual will also be responsible for developing interest in the Center for Population Economic (CPE)'s GIS data in workshops and conferences. This position reports directly to the Director of Research and Operations and works closely with the Director for Data Acquisition.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in economics, history, demography, or allied quantitative discipline required.

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Experience

A minimum of one year of relevant research experience required Knowledge of and experience with ArcGIS server and web application development required. Experience in collection of original and aggregate data from archives, libraries, online repositories, and other sources preferred.

Competencies

Strong skills in MS Excel and STATA and/or SAS for analysis of large datasets required. Strong skills with ArcGIS software, ArcObjects development, and GIS analysis required. Knowledge of statistical approaches, research design, and data analysis methods consistent with an undergraduate degree in economics, statistics, or similar field required. Ability to train, supervise, and lead others required. Flexibility and ability to realign priorities and goals in response to changing circumstances required. Proven creative and constructive approach to problem-solving and sound independent judgment required. Ability to set priorities and successfully meet research goals required. Ability to travel required. Professional demeanor and dress required at all times. Demonstrated competence in academic and technical writing preferred.

Required Job Seeker Documents

Resume Cover Letter

Optional Job Seeker Documents

Work Location

Other

Other Work Location

Work Schedule

Full-Time

Hours/Week

37.5

If other than regular hours (M-F, 8:30-5:00) please detail

Regular

Benefits Eligible?

Yes

Union (If applicable):

Non-Union

Pay Grade

NA

Pay Range

Depends on Qualifications

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Does this position require incumbent to operate a vehicle on the job?

No

Is a Background Check Required?

Yes

Is Drug Testing Required?

No

Employee Referral Bonus Amount

None

Posting Date

06-07-2011

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