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Technical Project Manager

Loyola University Chicago
Rogers Park, IL, United States
Full-time

Position Details

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?

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

Required operation of university owned vehicles

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

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.

Quick Link for Posting

https : / / www.careers.luc.edu / postings / 27083

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