Technical Project Manager - Maywood, United States - LRES

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Position Details

Position Details

Job Title


PROJECT MANAGER
Position Number

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

Special Instructions to Applicants

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

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 not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive

benefits

centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance.

We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you possess a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a related field?

Yes
No

• Do you possess a minimum of 2 years of related experience?

Yes
No

• Do you have experience in Shiny app development or website development?

Yes
No

• Do you have experience in team management?

Yes
No

• Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago? (Open Ended Question)
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

Public Job Posting
Internal Job Posting
Agency Referral
Advertisement/Publication
Personal Referral
Website
Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
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