Chicago-Based

Research Manager

The Development Innovation Lab at the University of Chicago uses the tools of economics to develop innovations with the potential to benefit millions of people in low- and middle-income countries. It was founded and is led by Nobel laureate Michael Kremer.

Job Summary

DIL is seeking a full-time Research Manager to work with the faculty director (Michael Kremer) and other researchers on development economics research projects. The researcher manager will work with DIL’s lead researchers to manage a portfolio of projects.

Responsibilities

Work closely with Lead Researchers and DIL Directors to: 

  • Oversee the research process, including supervising data collection activities for DIL projects, conducting qualitative research, desk research, and quantitative analysis to inform research design, and ensuring rigorous research quality 
  • Manage project operations and administration for their projects. Responsibilities may include IRB, new proposal development, contracting, budgeting, donor reporting and communication, grants management, and project finance.
  • Lead communications with DIL partners; write proposals and other research outputs 
  • Build research work programs and track progress against them
  • Manage DIL staff including Research Professionals and Research Associates; recruit and train new DIL staff 
  • Manage high-level relationships with DIL partners including governments, non-profit organizations, and donors; develop new research collaborations for the organization 
  • Provide input on cross-cutting lab activities or DIL public goods as required.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s Degree in economics, public policy, or a related field by the start of the position.
  • Knowledge of and experience with field work in developing countries
  • Experience conducting research including managing research teams 
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience conducting randomized control trials.
  • Experience managing or creating project budgets
  • Graduate level training in economics and econometrics
  • Work experience in countries where DIL has an expanding research portfolio (Kenya, India, Uganda, Nigeria, Colombia, Peru, Dominican Republic)

Behavioral Requirements

  • Excellent organizational skills and high-level of attention to detail
  • Strong cross-cultural communication skills 

Working Conditions

  • Candidates must be willing to travel extensively and flexibly as needed for their respective responsibilities.

Application Documents

  • Resume/CV (required)
  • Cover Letter (required)
  • References Contact Information (3) (required)

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