Program Operations Analyst

## Program Operations Analyst Apply:
Onsite:
Chicago, IL:
Full time:
Posted Today:
JR35567
** Department
* * BSD CTD - GDC Project Management
** About the Department
** The Center for Translational Data Science (CTDS) at the University of Chicago is a research center whose mission is to develop the discipline of translational data science to impactful problems in biology, medicine, healthcare, and the environment. We envision a world in which researchers have ready access to the data needed and the tools required to make data driven discoveries that increase our scientific knowledge and improve the quality of life.

We architect ecosystems of large-scale commons of research data, computing resources, applications, tools, and services for the broader research community to use data at scale to pursue scientific inquiry and accelerate discovery. Learn more at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). https://gen
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** Job Summary
** The Program Operations Analyst supports the development and operation of innovative biomedical data and software platforms that researchers rely on to advance cancer genomics. Reporting to the co-Principal Investigator and working in close partnership with the technical leads, the role contributes to planning, delivery, and communication across scientific, engineering, and operational teams, and serves as a point of contact for external partners.
Day to day, this position involves helping shape project and roadmap plans, identifying dependencies and risks, and keeping data and software releases on track. It also includes bringing the right people together and turning information into clear reports and proposals, in coordination with the Center's business operations and finance teams where needed. The Program Operations Analyst collaborates with the team to think through open questions and help develop practical solutions.

Along the way, the Program Operations Analyst will gain familiarity with the software development lifecycle, data center infrastructure management, cancer genomics, and how shared data accelerates research.
The role is well suited to someone who is curious, organized, and analytical, and who enjoys solving problems, takes initiative, and is interested in how research and technology come together.
This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.
** Responsibilities
* ** Support team planning for roadmaps and priorities, helping anticipate the dependencies and risks that shape the work ahead.
* Coordinate project meetings and collaborations, including scheduling meetings upon request, proactively identifying when discussions or cross-team coordination are needed to move work forward, and tracking decisions and action items through follow-up and completion.
* Participate in data and software release processes, including release planning, tracking progress, helping resolve blockers, assessing schedule impacts, and communicating status, risks, and potential delays in a timely manner to teams and partners.
* Assist with project documentation and reporting on activities, risks, and deliverables, including hardware asset tracking.
* Help prepare proposals and other program materials, working with technical teams as well as business operations and finance.
* Serve as a point of contact for external inquiries, triaging requests, finding answers, and drafting clear, thoughtful updates.
* Gain hands-on experience with the software development lifecycle and a broad familiarity with cancer genomics and how shared data accelerates research, with opportunities to contribute to increasingly complex and meaningful work as skills develop.
* Coordinates events, researches logistics, assists with planning and preparing presentations, event outreach, and post-event write ups.
* Assists with researching funding opportunities, preparing grant proposals, and drafting and/or editing other written materials with moderate guidance.
* Assists with other administrative projects as needed and acquire higher level guidance and skills.
* Performs other related work as needed.
** Minimum Qualifications
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* Education:

** Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
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* Work Experience:

** Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed…