Program Director - College of Applied Health Sciences

Program Director - College of Applied Health Sciences

Hiring Department:
Applied Health Sciences Admin

Location:

Chicago, IL USA

Requisition

FTE: .25%

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 40 hours

Shift: Days

# of Positions: 1

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

Posting Close Date:
January 17, 2026

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $51,854. / Annual Salary

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

• Coordinates special events related to research promotion and advancement, special projects and essential programs.
• Investigates, plans, organizes, interprets, and analyzes various sources of information in support of college research processes.
• Serves as a liaison providing authoritative information, assistance, and advice to department staff, investigators, and other stakeholders.
• Manages multi‑source communications from research office and develops and distributes any other correspondences as directed.
• Reviews, evaluates, develops, and interprets policies and operational procedures. Develops and manages confidential information and systems.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

• Bachelor's degree.
• Certification as a certified research administrator (CRA).

For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes.

In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non‑discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E‑Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.