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Administrative DirectorUniversity of Chicago • Chicago, IL, United States
Administrative Director

Administrative Director

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL, United States
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Department

BSD MED - General Internal Medicine - Administration

About the Department

The Partnered Research and Collaborative Implementation Science (PRECIS) Center and the Center for Research on Behavioral Health and Implementation Science (ReBHIS) advance research aimed at improving health outcomes and promoting health equity through implementation science and community-engaged research.

Together, the Centers support clinical investigators across the Section of General Internal Medicine, the Department of Medicine, and the Biological Sciences Division by :

  • Accelerating the translation of research into practice for chronic disease prevention, behavioral health, mental health, and wellbeing;
  • Fostering multidisciplinary collaboration among researchers and community partners;
  • Mentoring junior investigators and faculty in community-engaged and implementation science methods; and
  • Serving as a resource hub for investigators seeking funding, mentorship, and operational support to conduct high-impact research.

By leveraging shared expertise and resources, PRECIS and ReBHIS aim to strengthen the University's local and national leadership in partnered research and behavioral health implementation science.

Job Summary

The Administrative Director provides strategic and operational leadership for both PRECIS and ReBHIS, overseeing the planning, management, and growth of the two Centers. Serving as a key partner to senior faculty leadership, the Administrative Director is responsible for strategic planning, budgeting, staffing, program development, grant and research support, and external partnerships. The role ensures that both Centers advance their missions while fostering cross-center collaboration and leveraging shared resources.

Responsibilities

  • Provide high-level strategic and administrative leadership for both Centers.
  • Set and implement strategic goals in partnership with faculty leadership.
  • Foster cross-center collaboration and multidisciplinary research initiatives.
  • Develop workshops, conferences, training programs, and community outreach initiatives.
  • Act as a liaison to academic departments, professional organizations, and University administrative units.
  • Develop and oversee financial models to ensure sustainable operations.
  • Manage budgets, revenue strategies, and institutional support for both Centers.
  • Oversee staffing, operations, and shared resources across the Centers.
  • Assist faculty with grant writing and large-scale research proposals.
  • Support investigators with scholarly publications and dissemination efforts.
  • Contribute to ongoing or new research projects that align with the Centers' missions.
  • Partner with the development office to lead fundraising efforts and cultivate external partnerships.
  • Develop outreach strategies to increase collaboration with academic and research organizations nationally.
  • Oversee communication and marketing strategies to raise the visibility of both Centers.
  • Mentor junior investigators and facilitate faculty development in implementation science, community engagement, and behavioral health research.
  • Create opportunities for collaboration across UChicago centers and external partners.
  • Supervise administrative and research staff across both Centers, ensuring coordination and cross-training where appropriate.
  • Develops and communicates program priorities and performance standards and assesses operations using these criteria. Plans and conducts quality assurance reviews and recommends changes as appropriate.
  • Manages program budgets and recommends or makes budgetary recommendations.
  • Performs other related work as needed.
  • Minimum Qualifications

    Education :

    Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

    Work Experience :

    Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

    Certifications :

    Preferred Qualifications

    Education :

  • Advanced degree in public health, health services research, social sciences, or related field.
  • Experience :

  • Experience in grant proposal development and research administration.
  • Program or research center management experience.
  • Preferred Competencies

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including experience with grant reports and peer-reviewed manuscripts.
  • Demonstrated success in building collaborative relationships with diverse constituencies.
  • Leadership experience in a complex academic environment.
  • Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Experience with academic clinical or health services research.
  • Supervisory and team leadership skills.
  • Application Documents

  • Resume / CV (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)
  • When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

    Job Family

    Administration & Management

    Role Impact

    Individual Contributor

    Scheduled Weekly Hours

    37.5

    Drug Test Required

    No

    Health Screen Required

    No

    Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

    No

    Pay Rate Type

    Salary

    FLSA Status

    Exempt

    Pay Range

    $75,000.00 - $100,000.00

    The 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

    Yes

    The 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 the Benefits Guidebook.

    Posting Statement

    The 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 the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

    Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

    All 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 : http : / / securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

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