Principal Researcher

Principal Researcher

The Principal Researcher provides a supportive research environment to a highly qualified recent PhD. The Principal Researcher collaborates with Professor Sarah Jabbour to enable Professor Jabbour's research under her direction. The PR will be a major collaborator on scholarly work, and may be required to present that research at academic conferences. This position is expected to last one year with the possibility of a second.

Responsibilities

• Conducts collaborative research with faculty to be presented at academic forums and published in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Collects data and conducts statistical analysis.
• Conducts literature reviews and performs research.
• Uses subject matter and best practices knowledge to perform lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Works independently to assist with project design.
• Guides data collection, evaluation and analysis. Designs and manages databases. Writes reports, articles and manuscripts.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• ABD status by start date.
• PhD by start date in a field relevant to the research being conducted.
• PhD after one year of employment.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Python and deep learning frameworks such as Pytorch.

Preferred Competencies

• Outstanding verbal and written skills.
• Organizational and attention to detail skills.
• Work independently with little supervision.
• Self-motivated disposition.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and recommend effective changes.

Working Conditions

• This position is currently expected to work a minimum three days per week in the office.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Pay Rate Type

Salary

​FLSA Status

Exempt

​Pay Range

$75,000.00

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.

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