Position Title Program Coordinator, TechForward Operations Specialist, Kaplan Institute Requisition # S01268P FLSA Exempt Location IIT-Mies Campus (MC), 10 West 35th St., Chicago Department Kaplan Institute GENERAL DESCRIPTION
At the Kaplan Institute, we understand that those kinds of practical, technological breakthroughs
only come from people who are not just good at technology, but good at leadership—people
who are looking to drive positive change, both in their communities and in the world, and see
technology as the means to do so. That is why we have created programs specifically designed
to guide Illinois Tech students on a direct path to becoming Chicago’s next tech leaders.
Entrepreneurial. Community-minded. Diverse. In 2024, Kaplan Institute and the office of Technology Management and Licensing (TML) is launching TechForward, a new initiative funded by the National Science Foundation’s Accelerating Research Translation ("ART”) program, to build capacity for translational research at Illinois Tech while developing translational research skills in our graduate and postdoctoral scholars. The Operations Specialist is an instrumental member of the TechForward team, providing administrative and communications support to the leadership team, to ensure a successful launch of this important initiative. Our goals include launching 2 training programs for graduate students, postdoctoral scholars, and working with entrepreneurs-in-residence to launch and fund a program that aims to translate research assets to the market.
As the Operations Specialist, your week will launch with a meeting with the TechForward leadership, to review the goals for the week in a project plan. You’ll then assist leadership in reaching out to the appropriate stakeholders to activate the plan. Since this program requires coordination with stakeholders within and outside the institution, you must be an excellent verbal and written communicator. You’re a great fit for this role if you love to get things done and really enjoy working with a diverse range of people, including researchers, entrepreneurs and students. You’re an ideal fit if you also happen to be passionate about tech entrepreneurship and innovation and want to learn more about how academic research gets to the market, where it can have a positive impact. Additionally, you will manage sourcing speakers and content for approximately thirty events per year, with the execution of the day-of event being managed by Illinois Tech’s Event Services team. Finally, you must have a knack for financial management, as your role will be responsible for paying all ART grant and Kaplan Institute invoices, adding new vendors to the procurement system, and ensuring all expenses are coded to the correct expense accounts.
COMMUNICATIONS
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to all levels of an organization is a must.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Excellent customer service skills and relationship building skills are essential. This individual will need to lead peers in a variety of endeavors.
Special Schedule Requirements
N.A.
EEOC Statement
Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Communications preferred.
Knowledge & Skills
Skills & Abilities:
Technical Proficiency:
SUPERVISION & BUDGET AUTHORITY
No budget or supervisory authority
Physical Environment and Requirements
Office environment
List any certifications or licenses that are either required or helpful in performing the job, designating whether required or preferred.
N/A
Key Responsibility
ART Project Program operations
Percentage Of Time 50 Key Responsibility
ART Project Recruitment and Project Management of Seed Translational Projects and Commercialization Training Operation
Percentage Of Time 25 Key Responsibility
Kaplan Institute Expense Management and Event Planning
Percentage Of Time 25 Work Hours
Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Position Category Full Time Posting Date 01/24/2024 Closing Date Posted Until Filled Yes Quicklink for Posting https://iit7.peopleadmin.com/postings/10180
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