Research Specialist, Translational Research Workforce Development

Research Specialist, Translational Research Workforce Development

Hiring Department: Center for Clinical and Translational Science

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition : 1041702

Posting Close Date: July 28, 2026

Salary: The previously determined salary range for this position was $50,000 to $75,000.

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting‑edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities.

UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The Research Specialist, Translational Research Workforce Development, supports the design, implementation, evaluation, and dissemination of innovative workforce development initiatives that strengthen the clinical and translational research workforce pipeline. This role contributes to the development of and manages programs that support students, trainees, early‑career investigators, research professionals, and faculty through education, mentorship, career development, experiential learning, and workforce readiness activities. Working collaboratively with principal investigators (PIs), program leadership, and internal and external stakeholders, the Research Specialist advances workforce development priorities, expands research career pathways, and promotes broad participation and access across the clinical and translational research ecosystem.

The Research Specialist contributes to the development, implementation, and evaluation of translational research, research education, and workforce development projects and proposals. The position supports CTSA‑funded team science, clinical research professional development, and workforce development initiatives through program coordination, stakeholder engagement, outcomes assessment, and continuous quality improvement. The Research Specialist develops and delivers workforce development programs and resources, including virtual training initiatives, online learning platforms, professional development offerings, and career advancement opportunities.

The position manages and actively contributes to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive digital learning environment, while overseeing related activities and ensuring the delivery of accessible, engaging, and evidence‑informed educational experiences that support institutional, CTSA, and workforce development goals. The Research Specialist works across institutional, citywide, and national partnerships to advance initiatives that strengthen team science competencies, research workforce capacity, and career development opportunities.

Through program evaluation, educational innovation, dissemination of best practices, and collaborative engagement with the CTSA consortium and other stakeholders, the position contributes to advancing clinical, translational, and public health research while building sustainable pathways for the next generation of research professionals and investigators.

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