About the position
The Chief of Staff, Education Lab is a pivotal role supporting the work of the University of Chicago Education Lab. This role directly supports the work of the Executive Director, Education Lab and is a member of the Education Lab's leadership team. This individual will ensure the strategic alignment, operational efficiency, and overall success of the Education Lab's portfolio of work by driving high-impact initiatives, fostering collaboration, and ensuring strategic alignment across the portfolio of projects. Acting as a connector across teams and a liaison to external stakeholders, the Chief of Staff, Education Lab will play an important role in advancing the Lab's mission to improve educational outcomes through cutting-edge research and practice. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated success as a strategic thinker and proactive problem solver; possess exceptional communication skills, and a passion for education and organizational impact.
Responsibilities
- Partner with the Executive Director, Education Lab to articulate and execute the strategic vision, priorities, and goals for the Education Lab's portfolio of work.
- Provide data-driven insights and actionable recommendations to guide high-level decision-making and alignment with the goals and objectives of the Education Lab's portfolio of work.
- Maintain accountability and alignment across teams by tracking project timelines, milestones, and addressing roadblocks through tools like Quarterly Roundups.
- Lead the planning and facilitation of internal team meetings, cross-functional coordination, and in-person team gatherings to enhance collaboration and communication.
- Manage cross-cutting initiatives requiring input from multiple team leaders, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met.
- Collaborate with Research Directors and the Finance Team to develop and manage a multi-year budget for the Education Lab's portfolio of work.
- Support the Executive Director, Education Lab in ensuring alignment between project goals, capacity, and resources across all staff supporting the Education Lab's portfolio of work.
- Prepare high-quality briefings, presentations, and reports to equip the Executive Director, Education Lab and stakeholders with actionable insights.
- Develops and administers program budgets and recommends or makes budgetary recommendations.
- Serves as a key resource for program information. Resolves problems or questions referred by program staff, University administrators, or other contingencies.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Requirements
- Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
- Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Nice-to-haves
- Previous experience working in a research organization or managing research projects.
Benefits
- The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
