Associate Director, Academic Affairs

Company: The University Of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

Associate Director, Academic AffairsAssociate Director, Academic AffairsApply remote type Hybrid locations Chicago, IL time type Full time posted on Posted 13 Days Ago job requisition id JR29520DepartmentBSD PED - AdministrationAbout the DepartmentThe Department of Pediatrics at the University of Chicago is a dynamic and stimulating place to work. We strive for the highest level of complex care for children from diagnosis and treatment; provide outstanding education and training for students, postgraduate scholars, and physicians; and nurture the research of Department scholars who seek to elucidate the causes of pediatric disease and identify promising new therapies. Our mission is to improve the health of every child entrusted to us, in an inclusive environment that is committed to family-centered care, clinical excellence, impactful scholarship, effective disease prevention, and advocacy for the appropriate care of every child.Job SummaryThe Associate Director of Academic Affairs serves as the senior academic affairs officer for the Department of Pediatrics, providing subject matter expertise with a primary goal of optimizing people and organizational performance in light of the missions and objectives of the department, the Biological Sciences Division, and the University of Chicago. The Associate Director will facilitate and improve the faculty recruitment activities throughout the Department of Pediatrics, with other Departments and Institutes in the Biological Sciences Division, and across the UC Medicine enterprise.ResponsibilitiesAcademic Appointment Process

• Facilitates and improves the faculty recruitment activities throughout the Department of Pediatrics.
• Assumes ownership for the execution of the entire lifecycle of a faculty recruit.
• Acts independently to evaluate current activities and implement improvements.
• Serves as a liaison between various departments and leaders.
• Proactively communicates with stakeholders, managing expectations and improving processes.
• Supports Section Administrators, Section Chiefs, and Medical Directors.
• Independently acts to create and implement a growth strategy for faculty.Faculty Employee Relations
  • Oversees and approves faculty termination process in partnership with the Office of Academic Affairs.
  • Facilitates faculty shortened appointment and non-renewal process.Academic Research Recruitment
    • Oversees academic research recruitment process.Faculty and Academic Research Compensation Process
      • Oversees faculty and academic research payroll actions.Leaves and Accommodation Process
        • Oversees faculty and academic professionals leave request process.Committee Involvement
          • Participates as Steering Committee Member supporting strategic efforts.Communication and Compliance
            • Prepares, reviews, and oversees various academic communication and announcements.Training and Supervision
              • Oversees training of faculty leaders, Section Administrators, and Academic Partners.Other
                • Counsels faculty and academics on benefits and compensation.Minimum QualificationsEducation: 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 QualificationsEducation:
                  • Advanced degree.Experience:
                    • Work experience in a post-secondary academic, healthcare, non-profit, or equivalent setting.Technical Skills or Knowledge:
                      • Workday or similar HRIS system experience.Working Conditions
                        • Office environment.Application Documents
                          • Resume (required)
                          • Cover Letter (required)Job FamilyAcademic AffairsRole ImpactIndividual ContributorPay Rate TypeSalaryPay Range$80,000.00 - $130,000.00The 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 EligibleYesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees.Posting StatementThe University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected classes under the law.Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800.
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