Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

875 N Michigan (John Hancock)

Job Description

General Summary:    

This individual will be responsible for working with the Survivorship/Adolescent & Young Adult (AYA) Program to support all aspects of management and scientific development for the investigator’s research portfolio. The Director, Survivorship/AYA Research will lead efforts to secure external funding, steward pre- and post-award processes, and provide guidance to investigators to support operations, research, and strategic planning. The successful candidate will ensure compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates. 

Essential Job Functions:

1.    Develops and writes proposals for extramural funding and collaborates with the central development office, departmental research management, and central research administration to submit funding proposals.
2.    Accurately monitors projects, keeping track of effort and funds expended and committed, and anticipate at an early stage any need for changes in project direction, scope, objectives, funding, or timeline.
3.    Manages multiple high-priority projects and independently follows through with detail on general, and sometimes ambiguous, instructions for projects. 
4.    Develops strategies to identify and cultivate new donors and funding streams.
5.    Facilitates technical discussions, as well as synthesizes, summarizes, and generates insight from large amounts of complex data and information.
6.    Provides training and mentorship for program staff and others to improve research operations and development.
7.    Oversees activities related to data collection, analysis, and reporting. Reviews articles, reports, and manuscripts. Oversees the presentation of research findings at meetings and/or conferences.
8.    Manages program operations and administrative functions which may include planning and scheduling, program evaluation, policy implementation, personnel administration, budget, marketing, fundraising, and proposal development.
9.    Contributes to the design of program content, policies, and strategic planning efforts.
10.    Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

1)    PhD degree in a related field required. 
2)    Illinois RN license required.
3)    At least 10 years of progressive work experience in a related job discipline. Preferably in a medical or research setting. 
4)    Clinical background in nursing and medical oncology research / health outcomes research required.
5)    Interpersonal skills necessary to interact effectively with physicians, Principal Investigators, and medical center personnel, and external funding agencies, and to maintain a variety of internal and external contacts.
6)    Ability to apply judgment and make decisions affecting function or procedures in all aspects of the position.
7)    Ability to resolve complex problems and issues.
8)    Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Education

Pay Range

$110,240.00-$181,896.00 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

Tuition assistance

Student loan servicing and support

Adoption benefits

Backup Childcare and Eldercare

Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org