With almost 34,000 students and more than 14,000 employees, the University of Illinois Chicago is Chicago’s largest public research university and second-largest university employer.
UIC has 16 top-ranking colleges and a health sciences system that includes a hospital, clinics and seven health sciences colleges. Our mission, for our students and community, as well as for our faculty and staff, is to provide equitable access to excellence and success.
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.
The Biomedical Informatics Research Specialist will support the delivery of real-world clinical data to faculty researchers for use in secure computing environments. This position requires hands-on experience with clinical data transformation, particularly from Epic systems (e.g., Bridges, Chronicles, Clarity, and Caboodle) to data models such as i2b2 and OMOP, and knowledge of standards such as HL7 and FHIR. This role will be embedded within a service-oriented research computing team and act as a key technical liaison between data engineering staff, AI.Health4All and investigators.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $90,000-$110,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.
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.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Supports the design, development, and operation of biomedical informatics platforms that enable secure, standards-based access to clinical data for research.
Contributes to the transformation and delivery of real-time hospital data, including HL7-to-FHIR conversion and integration with cloud platforms such as AWS HealthLake.
Participates in the development of reproducible pipelines and data workflows that align with research data models (e.g., OMOP, i2b2) and institutional governance policies.
Collaborates with faculty investigators, data governance staff, and research computing teams to scope, extract, and prepare clinical datasets in support of IRB-approved protocols.
Translates clinical data already extracted from Epic (e.g., Clarity or Caboodle) into research-usable formats, supporting mappings to models such as OMOP or i2b2.
Assists in the definition and implementation of access control policies using tools such as AWS Lake Formation and facilitates secure, auditable data interactions within enclave environments.
Works in close partnership with teams managing secure computing environments (e.g., Azure SCE) to ensure tools and users can interact with data in-place without exporting sensitive information.
Advises and consults with researchers on data availability, schema design, cohort-building strategies, and analytic readiness.
Keeps up-to-date with trends and best practices in biomedical informatics, FHIR adoption, clinical data standards, and real-world evidence research methods.
Documents and communicates data specifications, delivery workflows, and validation procedures to ensure transparency and audit-readiness across data projects.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in Biomedical Informatics, Clinical Informatics, sciences, or a related field is required.
A minimum of 2 years of related experience in clinical research informatics.
Hands-on experience with informatics standards such as FHIR and HL7.
Experience with ontologies and terminologies such as ICD-10, SNOMED, and UMLS
Experience with ETL tools such as Apache NiFi, Talend and Apache Airflow, and ability to build ETL pipelines.
Demonstrated expertise in programming languages, in particular Python and/or R.
Familiarity with NLP and AI/ML and cloud-based technologies such as Data Lakes and API Gateways is a plus.
Requires excellent communication, organization, presentation, analytical, and computer/PC skills, including Microsoft Office and other related software.
Advanced skills in data analytics and data mining. Excellent problem-solving skills and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with Epic-derived data (e.g., Clarity, Caboodle) and transforming it into research models such as OMOP, i2b2, or PCORnet CDM.
Hands-on experience supporting clinical data delivery for research studies, including transforming data into i2b2 or OMOP models.
Familiarity with AWS and Azure environments used for secure clinical data processing (e.g., HealthLake, Data Factory, Azure SCE).
Experience collaborating with researchers to deliver curated, filtered datasets in compliance with HIPAA and IRB requirements
For fullest consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by Tuesday, October 28, 2025 to our online system at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17101?c=uic
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, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Oct 14, 2025
Full time
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.
The Biomedical Informatics Research Specialist will support the delivery of real-world clinical data to faculty researchers for use in secure computing environments. This position requires hands-on experience with clinical data transformation, particularly from Epic systems (e.g., Bridges, Chronicles, Clarity, and Caboodle) to data models such as i2b2 and OMOP, and knowledge of standards such as HL7 and FHIR. This role will be embedded within a service-oriented research computing team and act as a key technical liaison between data engineering staff, AI.Health4All and investigators.
The budgeted salary range for the position is $90,000-$110,000. We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.
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.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Supports the design, development, and operation of biomedical informatics platforms that enable secure, standards-based access to clinical data for research.
Contributes to the transformation and delivery of real-time hospital data, including HL7-to-FHIR conversion and integration with cloud platforms such as AWS HealthLake.
Participates in the development of reproducible pipelines and data workflows that align with research data models (e.g., OMOP, i2b2) and institutional governance policies.
Collaborates with faculty investigators, data governance staff, and research computing teams to scope, extract, and prepare clinical datasets in support of IRB-approved protocols.
Translates clinical data already extracted from Epic (e.g., Clarity or Caboodle) into research-usable formats, supporting mappings to models such as OMOP or i2b2.
Assists in the definition and implementation of access control policies using tools such as AWS Lake Formation and facilitates secure, auditable data interactions within enclave environments.
Works in close partnership with teams managing secure computing environments (e.g., Azure SCE) to ensure tools and users can interact with data in-place without exporting sensitive information.
Advises and consults with researchers on data availability, schema design, cohort-building strategies, and analytic readiness.
Keeps up-to-date with trends and best practices in biomedical informatics, FHIR adoption, clinical data standards, and real-world evidence research methods.
Documents and communicates data specifications, delivery workflows, and validation procedures to ensure transparency and audit-readiness across data projects.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
A Master's Degree in Biomedical Informatics, Clinical Informatics, sciences, or a related field is required.
A minimum of 2 years of related experience in clinical research informatics.
Hands-on experience with informatics standards such as FHIR and HL7.
Experience with ontologies and terminologies such as ICD-10, SNOMED, and UMLS
Experience with ETL tools such as Apache NiFi, Talend and Apache Airflow, and ability to build ETL pipelines.
Demonstrated expertise in programming languages, in particular Python and/or R.
Familiarity with NLP and AI/ML and cloud-based technologies such as Data Lakes and API Gateways is a plus.
Requires excellent communication, organization, presentation, analytical, and computer/PC skills, including Microsoft Office and other related software.
Advanced skills in data analytics and data mining. Excellent problem-solving skills and abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with Epic-derived data (e.g., Clarity, Caboodle) and transforming it into research models such as OMOP, i2b2, or PCORnet CDM.
Hands-on experience supporting clinical data delivery for research studies, including transforming data into i2b2 or OMOP models.
Familiarity with AWS and Azure environments used for secure clinical data processing (e.g., HealthLake, Data Factory, Azure SCE).
Experience collaborating with researchers to deliver curated, filtered datasets in compliance with HIPAA and IRB requirements
For fullest consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by Tuesday, October 28, 2025 to our online system at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/17101?c=uic
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, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Description:
The University of Illinois Chicago, Extended Campus (UIC EC) seeks a full‐time passionate, and energetic College Recruiter to raise awareness and recruit qualified candidates to our online programs. UIC’s Extended Campus provides working professionals with innovative online degree programs and certificates to further their careers and excel in the 21st-century workforce.
Position Summary This position recruits prospective students to maintain a targeted and consistent volume of qualified candidates for the online undergraduate and graduate programs, which operate as fully online cost recovery programs for adult learners. Acts as the primary point of contact for prospective online students and pursues generated leads to ensure the fullest response to student interest in UIC Extended Campus (UIC EC) programs and the best return on marketing efforts. Also represents the University's interest during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. community leaders and organizations, parents and students) and venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events). Duties & Responsibilities Recruitment and Outreach
Establish and maintain relationships with students, community colleges, and partner organizations to provide advice and counsel on the recruitment and admissions processes and program admission requirements to meet enrollment targets.
Identify and participate in local, statewide events, transfer fairs, community organizations, site visits, "virtual and in-person site visits" etc. to recruit students into program.
Assess and interpret student data, event outcomes, recruitment trends, market area trends and report findings to senior leadership.
Work with marketing team to pursue leads generated through targeted marketing efforts and report back on trends. Meet and record daily, weekly, monthly and annual call and outreach goals.
Field questions and respond to inquiries from prospective students through various mediums (e.g. individual appointments, telephone, email, text and chat, and social networking). Serve as the primary contact for prospective student questions or concerns.
Use Customer Relationship Management technology to maintain contact with prospective students and document feedback to inform future marketing.
Admissions
Work with college admissions staff to review prospective students’ application materials and credentials and makes admissions recommendations to the Office of Admissions and Records.
Conduct transcript evaluation and counsel students on questions relative to program content, admissions requirements, costs, financial aid availability and college policies on admissions requirements, procedures, credit/course transferability, acceptance of CLEP tests, etc. Determine if students qualify and identify pre-requisites needed to enter program.
Represent exceptional admissions cases at college admissions committee meetings advocating for or against admission depending upon the circumstances of the case.
Provide one on one assistance and advocacy to students who are working professionals and benefit from a service center approach to the admissions process.
Work with graduate students to obtain reference letters and other sources of application into the program. Process admissions of graduate students upon acceptance of the college/academic unit.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor degree in marketing, communications, education or related field.
At least three years of student recruiting or sales experience with a demonstrated track record of meeting performance goals.
Proven record of working with enrollment management concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have experience on results-oriented enrollment management team.
Experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and engaging demeanor and highly customer-centric orientation.
Experience with online recruitment for degree and non-degree programs.
Ability to understand and accurately represent University policy as relates to UIC Online programs and student enrollment.
Ability to accurately and efficiently handle multiple tasks.
Ability to use personal vehicle for occasional travel.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $68,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
For fullest consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by Thursday, May 1, 2025 to our online system at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14697?c=uic
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
Apr 23, 2025
Full time
Description:
The University of Illinois Chicago, Extended Campus (UIC EC) seeks a full‐time passionate, and energetic College Recruiter to raise awareness and recruit qualified candidates to our online programs. UIC’s Extended Campus provides working professionals with innovative online degree programs and certificates to further their careers and excel in the 21st-century workforce.
Position Summary This position recruits prospective students to maintain a targeted and consistent volume of qualified candidates for the online undergraduate and graduate programs, which operate as fully online cost recovery programs for adult learners. Acts as the primary point of contact for prospective online students and pursues generated leads to ensure the fullest response to student interest in UIC Extended Campus (UIC EC) programs and the best return on marketing efforts. Also represents the University's interest during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. community leaders and organizations, parents and students) and venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events). Duties & Responsibilities Recruitment and Outreach
Establish and maintain relationships with students, community colleges, and partner organizations to provide advice and counsel on the recruitment and admissions processes and program admission requirements to meet enrollment targets.
Identify and participate in local, statewide events, transfer fairs, community organizations, site visits, "virtual and in-person site visits" etc. to recruit students into program.
Assess and interpret student data, event outcomes, recruitment trends, market area trends and report findings to senior leadership.
Work with marketing team to pursue leads generated through targeted marketing efforts and report back on trends. Meet and record daily, weekly, monthly and annual call and outreach goals.
Field questions and respond to inquiries from prospective students through various mediums (e.g. individual appointments, telephone, email, text and chat, and social networking). Serve as the primary contact for prospective student questions or concerns.
Use Customer Relationship Management technology to maintain contact with prospective students and document feedback to inform future marketing.
Admissions
Work with college admissions staff to review prospective students’ application materials and credentials and makes admissions recommendations to the Office of Admissions and Records.
Conduct transcript evaluation and counsel students on questions relative to program content, admissions requirements, costs, financial aid availability and college policies on admissions requirements, procedures, credit/course transferability, acceptance of CLEP tests, etc. Determine if students qualify and identify pre-requisites needed to enter program.
Represent exceptional admissions cases at college admissions committee meetings advocating for or against admission depending upon the circumstances of the case.
Provide one on one assistance and advocacy to students who are working professionals and benefit from a service center approach to the admissions process.
Work with graduate students to obtain reference letters and other sources of application into the program. Process admissions of graduate students upon acceptance of the college/academic unit.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor degree in marketing, communications, education or related field.
At least three years of student recruiting or sales experience with a demonstrated track record of meeting performance goals.
Proven record of working with enrollment management concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have experience on results-oriented enrollment management team.
Experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and engaging demeanor and highly customer-centric orientation.
Experience with online recruitment for degree and non-degree programs.
Ability to understand and accurately represent University policy as relates to UIC Online programs and student enrollment.
Ability to accurately and efficiently handle multiple tasks.
Ability to use personal vehicle for occasional travel.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $68,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
For fullest consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by Thursday, May 1, 2025 to our online system at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/14697?c=uic
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
The University of Illinois Chicago, Extended Campus (UIC EC) seeks a full‐time passionate, and energetic College Recruiter to raise awareness and recruit qualified candidates to our online programs. UIC’s Extended Campus provides working professionals with innovative online degree programs and certificates to further their careers and excel in the 21st-century workforce.
Position Summary This position recruits prospective students to maintain a targeted and consistent volume of qualified candidates for the online undergraduate and graduate programs, which operate as fully online cost recovery programs for adult learners. Acts as the primary point of contact for prospective online students and pursues generated leads to ensure the fullest response to student interest in UIC Extended Campus (UIC EC) programs and the best return on marketing efforts. Also represents the University's interest during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. community leaders and organizations, parents and students) and venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events). Duties & Responsibilities Recruitment and Outreach
Establish and maintain relationships with students, community colleges, and partner organizations to provide advice and counsel on the recruitment and admissions processes and program admission requirements to meet enrollment targets.
Identify and participate in local, statewide events, transfer fairs, community organizations, site visits, "virtual and in-person site visits" etc. to recruit students into program.
Assess and interpret student data, event outcomes, recruitment trends, market area trends and report findings to senior leadership.
Work with marketing team to pursue leads generated through targeted marketing efforts and report back on trends. Meet and record daily, weekly, monthly and annual call and outreach goals.
Field questions and respond to inquiries from prospective students through various mediums (e.g. individual appointments, telephone, email, text and chat, and social networking). Serve as the primary contact for prospective student questions or concerns.
Use Customer Relationship Management technology to maintain contact with prospective students and document feedback to inform future marketing.
Admissions
Work with college admissions staff to review prospective students’ application materials and credentials and makes admissions recommendations to the Office of Admissions and Records.
Conduct transcript evaluation and counsel students on questions relative to program content, admissions requirements, costs, financial aid availability and college policies on admissions requirements, procedures, credit/course transferability, acceptance of CLEP tests, etc. Determine if students qualify and identify pre-requisites needed to enter program.
Represent exceptional admissions cases at college admissions committee meetings advocating for or against admission depending upon the circumstances of the case.
Provide one on one assistance and advocacy to students who are working professionals and benefit from a service center approach to the admissions process.
Work with graduate students to obtain reference letters and other sources of application into the program. Process admissions of graduate students upon acceptance of the college/academic unit.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor degree in marketing, communications, education or related field.
At least three years of student recruiting or sales experience with a demonstrated track record of meeting performance goals.
Proven record of working with enrollment management concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have experience on results-oriented enrollment management team.
Experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and engaging demeanor and highly customer-centric orientation.
Experience with online recruitment for degree and non-degree programs.
Ability to understand and accurately represent University policy as relates to UIC Online programs and student enrollment.
Ability to accurately and efficiently handle multiple tasks.
Ability to use personal vehicle for occasional travel.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $68,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
For fullest consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by Friday, January 10, 2025 to our online system at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12637?c=uic
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.
Jan 02, 2025
Full time
The University of Illinois Chicago, Extended Campus (UIC EC) seeks a full‐time passionate, and energetic College Recruiter to raise awareness and recruit qualified candidates to our online programs. UIC’s Extended Campus provides working professionals with innovative online degree programs and certificates to further their careers and excel in the 21st-century workforce.
Position Summary This position recruits prospective students to maintain a targeted and consistent volume of qualified candidates for the online undergraduate and graduate programs, which operate as fully online cost recovery programs for adult learners. Acts as the primary point of contact for prospective online students and pursues generated leads to ensure the fullest response to student interest in UIC Extended Campus (UIC EC) programs and the best return on marketing efforts. Also represents the University's interest during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. community leaders and organizations, parents and students) and venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events). Duties & Responsibilities Recruitment and Outreach
Establish and maintain relationships with students, community colleges, and partner organizations to provide advice and counsel on the recruitment and admissions processes and program admission requirements to meet enrollment targets.
Identify and participate in local, statewide events, transfer fairs, community organizations, site visits, "virtual and in-person site visits" etc. to recruit students into program.
Assess and interpret student data, event outcomes, recruitment trends, market area trends and report findings to senior leadership.
Work with marketing team to pursue leads generated through targeted marketing efforts and report back on trends. Meet and record daily, weekly, monthly and annual call and outreach goals.
Field questions and respond to inquiries from prospective students through various mediums (e.g. individual appointments, telephone, email, text and chat, and social networking). Serve as the primary contact for prospective student questions or concerns.
Use Customer Relationship Management technology to maintain contact with prospective students and document feedback to inform future marketing.
Admissions
Work with college admissions staff to review prospective students’ application materials and credentials and makes admissions recommendations to the Office of Admissions and Records.
Conduct transcript evaluation and counsel students on questions relative to program content, admissions requirements, costs, financial aid availability and college policies on admissions requirements, procedures, credit/course transferability, acceptance of CLEP tests, etc. Determine if students qualify and identify pre-requisites needed to enter program.
Represent exceptional admissions cases at college admissions committee meetings advocating for or against admission depending upon the circumstances of the case.
Provide one on one assistance and advocacy to students who are working professionals and benefit from a service center approach to the admissions process.
Work with graduate students to obtain reference letters and other sources of application into the program. Process admissions of graduate students upon acceptance of the college/academic unit.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor degree in marketing, communications, education or related field.
At least three years of student recruiting or sales experience with a demonstrated track record of meeting performance goals.
Proven record of working with enrollment management concepts.
Preferred Qualifications
The preferred candidate will have experience on results-oriented enrollment management team.
Experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and engaging demeanor and highly customer-centric orientation.
Experience with online recruitment for degree and non-degree programs.
Ability to understand and accurately represent University policy as relates to UIC Online programs and student enrollment.
Ability to accurately and efficiently handle multiple tasks.
Ability to use personal vehicle for occasional travel.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $68,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
For fullest consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by Friday, January 10, 2025 to our online system at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12637?c=uic
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 of Illinois Chicago, Extended Campus (UIC EC) seeks a full‐time passionate, and energetic Recruitment & Engagement Specialist to raise awareness and recruit qualified candidates to our online programs. UIC’s Extended Campus provides working professionals with innovative online degree programs and certificates to further their careers and excel in the 21st-century workforce.
Position Summary: A Recruitment & Engagement Specialist recruits prospective students to maintain a targeted and consistent volume of qualified candidates for the online undergraduate and graduate programs, which operate as fully online cost recovery programs for adult learners. The position is directly responsible for maintaining or increasing positive awareness of UIC Extended Campus programs within community colleges, health care organizations and other organizations as appropriate. Plans and manages recruitment events, fairs and other opportunities. Represents the University's interest during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. state legislators, community leaders and organizations, parents and students) and venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events). Duties & Responsibilities:
Outreach and Recruitment
Establish and maintain relationships with students, community colleges, and partner organizations to provide advice and counsel on the recruitment and admissions processes and program admission requirements to meet enrollment targets.
Assist in identifying opportunities for potential new partnerships.
Identify and participate in local, statewide events, transfer fairs, community organizations, site visits, "virtual and in-person site visits" etc. to recruit students into programs.
Prepare and deliver program presentations for various audiences at colleges, community sites and online as appropriate
Engage and build relationships with community college advising staff, nursing faculty and education coordinators to access students and share UIC online programs.
Work with marketing team to pursue leads generated through targeted marketing efforts and report back on trends. Meet and record daily, weekly, monthly and annual call and outreach goals.
Field questions and respond to inquiries from prospective students through various mediums (e.g. individual appointments, telephone, email, text and chat, and social networking). Serve as the primary contact for prospective student questions or concerns.
Use Customer Relationship Management technology to maintain contact with prospective students and document feedback to inform future marketing.
Admissions
Work with college admissions staff to review prospective students’ application materials and credentials and makes admissions recommendations to the Office of Admissions and Records.
Conduct transcript evaluation and counsel students on questions relative to program content, admissions requirements, costs, financial aid availability and college policies on admissions requirements, procedures, credit/course transferability, acceptance of CLEP tests, etc. Determine if students qualify and identify pre-requisites needed to enter program.
Planning and Reporting
Prepare and implement recruiting plans for each identified partner.
Assess and interpret student data, event outcomes, recruitment trends, market area trends and report findings to senior leadership.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor degree in marketing, communications, education or related field.
Ability to travel up to 75% of the time during peak travel season of the recruitment cycle. Frequent local travel expected. Overnight, statewide, and nationwide travel may be required.
Personal vehicle & valid driver’s license to use for local and state-wide travel.
Ability to work select evenings and weekends based on scheduled recruitment events.
At least three years of student recruiting or sales experience with a demonstrated track record of meeting performance goals.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience on results-oriented enrollment management team.
Experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and engaging demeanor and highly customer-centric orientation.
Ability to understand and accurately represent University policy as relates to UIC Online programs and student enrollment.
Ability to accurately and efficiently handle multiple tasks.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $70,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
For fullest consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by Friday, January 10, 2025 to our online system at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12639?c=uic
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
Jan 02, 2025
Full time
The University of Illinois Chicago, Extended Campus (UIC EC) seeks a full‐time passionate, and energetic Recruitment & Engagement Specialist to raise awareness and recruit qualified candidates to our online programs. UIC’s Extended Campus provides working professionals with innovative online degree programs and certificates to further their careers and excel in the 21st-century workforce.
Position Summary: A Recruitment & Engagement Specialist recruits prospective students to maintain a targeted and consistent volume of qualified candidates for the online undergraduate and graduate programs, which operate as fully online cost recovery programs for adult learners. The position is directly responsible for maintaining or increasing positive awareness of UIC Extended Campus programs within community colleges, health care organizations and other organizations as appropriate. Plans and manages recruitment events, fairs and other opportunities. Represents the University's interest during high profile events and to a wide range of constituents (e.g. state legislators, community leaders and organizations, parents and students) and venues (e.g. college fairs and programs, local, state and national conferences and events). Duties & Responsibilities:
Outreach and Recruitment
Establish and maintain relationships with students, community colleges, and partner organizations to provide advice and counsel on the recruitment and admissions processes and program admission requirements to meet enrollment targets.
Assist in identifying opportunities for potential new partnerships.
Identify and participate in local, statewide events, transfer fairs, community organizations, site visits, "virtual and in-person site visits" etc. to recruit students into programs.
Prepare and deliver program presentations for various audiences at colleges, community sites and online as appropriate
Engage and build relationships with community college advising staff, nursing faculty and education coordinators to access students and share UIC online programs.
Work with marketing team to pursue leads generated through targeted marketing efforts and report back on trends. Meet and record daily, weekly, monthly and annual call and outreach goals.
Field questions and respond to inquiries from prospective students through various mediums (e.g. individual appointments, telephone, email, text and chat, and social networking). Serve as the primary contact for prospective student questions or concerns.
Use Customer Relationship Management technology to maintain contact with prospective students and document feedback to inform future marketing.
Admissions
Work with college admissions staff to review prospective students’ application materials and credentials and makes admissions recommendations to the Office of Admissions and Records.
Conduct transcript evaluation and counsel students on questions relative to program content, admissions requirements, costs, financial aid availability and college policies on admissions requirements, procedures, credit/course transferability, acceptance of CLEP tests, etc. Determine if students qualify and identify pre-requisites needed to enter program.
Planning and Reporting
Prepare and implement recruiting plans for each identified partner.
Assess and interpret student data, event outcomes, recruitment trends, market area trends and report findings to senior leadership.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor degree in marketing, communications, education or related field.
Ability to travel up to 75% of the time during peak travel season of the recruitment cycle. Frequent local travel expected. Overnight, statewide, and nationwide travel may be required.
Personal vehicle & valid driver’s license to use for local and state-wide travel.
Ability to work select evenings and weekends based on scheduled recruitment events.
At least three years of student recruiting or sales experience with a demonstrated track record of meeting performance goals.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience on results-oriented enrollment management team.
Experience working with customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and engaging demeanor and highly customer-centric orientation.
Ability to understand and accurately represent University policy as relates to UIC Online programs and student enrollment.
Ability to accurately and efficiently handle multiple tasks.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $65,000.00 - $70,000.00. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
For fullest consideration, please submit your resume and cover letter by Friday, January 10, 2025 to our online system at https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/12639?c=uic
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
About the University of Illinois Chicago
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.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
Position Summary The Assistant Director of Instructional Design and Academic Technology plays a pivotal role in leading and supporting UIC's educational technology ecosystem. This includes supporting the use of our learning management system (LMS) for UIC and all centrally managed learning applications and tools.
The Assistant Director will utilize their learning design expertise to facilitate strategic planning and engage stakeholders in promoting, adopting, analyzing, and evaluating both current and emerging academic technologies that enhance the teaching and learning process. The Assistant Director collaborates with instructional designers, faculty, and staff across various colleges and units to assess student and faculty needs, as well as student success and engagement. This role involves integrating current and emerging technologies into educational practices, providing technical assistance, creating documentation, and reporting on trends and insights. Duties & Responsibilities
Leadership and Project Management
Engage in the planning, testing, piloting, and implementation of new releases and upgrades for educational technology applications.
Create comprehensive documentation and communication strategies for all educational technologies.
Collaborate with instructional designers, both within and outside of LTS, to support centrally supported learning technologies.
Contribute to the planning of current and future resource utilization concerning technology in teaching and learning.
Administration
Coordinate and ensure the delivery of academic technology services through effective administration, support, and security assurance.
Evaluate new features and applications for functionality and accessibility, while that align with the latest version of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and Title II.
Create and review content and deliverables in various formats to ensure the production of user-centric and accessible guides/assets.
Act as the dedicated steward of all external LTS communications, ensuring clarity and consistency in our messaging.
Analyze confidential data on student engagement and application usage, usability, etc., summarizing findings to recommend changes and/or improvements.
Actively pursue professional development to remain informed about current issues in instructional design within higher education.
Training
Develop and facilitate training sessions and workshops focused on the technologies supported by LTS for teaching and learning.
Collaborate with various units and departments to enhance content delivery during workshops and training sessions.
Work alongside the internal LTS team to uphold the organization's mission and vision.
Partner with the LTS Infrastructure Team to address accessibility concerns and assist with the rollout of new LTI/applications.
Serve as a liaison for LTS by participating in campus meetings and events, as well as serving on campus committees and IT governance.
Represent UIC and LTS at regional, national, and international conferences through attendance and presentations.
Collaborate with vendors to articulate the university’s needs, foster long-term relationships, and provide valuable information and data to drive product improvements.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Instructional Design or related discipline. Doctorate degree or the equivalent years of experience is preferred.
Minimum of five years’ experience in instructional design, interactive courses design, or programs for university or higher education that includes leading complex or specialized projects.
Expert knowledge of instructional design principles and educational theory.
Effective needs analysis, training, project management, course development and evaluation skills.
Demonstrated fluency using and training users in one or more LMS platforms (Blackboard preferred), video streaming platforms (e.g., Echo 360 Panopto, Zoom), and e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Camtasia).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching face-to-face, online and/or hybrid courses in higher education
Experience hiring, supervising, and mentoring employees
Working knowledge of designing for accessibility in compliance with ADA / WCAG requirements.
Experience applying quality rubrics for course design. QM certification
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong leadership, customer relationship and interpersonal skills.
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
Dec 16, 2024
Full time
About the University of Illinois Chicago
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.
Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits .
Position Summary The Assistant Director of Instructional Design and Academic Technology plays a pivotal role in leading and supporting UIC's educational technology ecosystem. This includes supporting the use of our learning management system (LMS) for UIC and all centrally managed learning applications and tools.
The Assistant Director will utilize their learning design expertise to facilitate strategic planning and engage stakeholders in promoting, adopting, analyzing, and evaluating both current and emerging academic technologies that enhance the teaching and learning process. The Assistant Director collaborates with instructional designers, faculty, and staff across various colleges and units to assess student and faculty needs, as well as student success and engagement. This role involves integrating current and emerging technologies into educational practices, providing technical assistance, creating documentation, and reporting on trends and insights. Duties & Responsibilities
Leadership and Project Management
Engage in the planning, testing, piloting, and implementation of new releases and upgrades for educational technology applications.
Create comprehensive documentation and communication strategies for all educational technologies.
Collaborate with instructional designers, both within and outside of LTS, to support centrally supported learning technologies.
Contribute to the planning of current and future resource utilization concerning technology in teaching and learning.
Administration
Coordinate and ensure the delivery of academic technology services through effective administration, support, and security assurance.
Evaluate new features and applications for functionality and accessibility, while that align with the latest version of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and Title II.
Create and review content and deliverables in various formats to ensure the production of user-centric and accessible guides/assets.
Act as the dedicated steward of all external LTS communications, ensuring clarity and consistency in our messaging.
Analyze confidential data on student engagement and application usage, usability, etc., summarizing findings to recommend changes and/or improvements.
Actively pursue professional development to remain informed about current issues in instructional design within higher education.
Training
Develop and facilitate training sessions and workshops focused on the technologies supported by LTS for teaching and learning.
Collaborate with various units and departments to enhance content delivery during workshops and training sessions.
Work alongside the internal LTS team to uphold the organization's mission and vision.
Partner with the LTS Infrastructure Team to address accessibility concerns and assist with the rollout of new LTI/applications.
Serve as a liaison for LTS by participating in campus meetings and events, as well as serving on campus committees and IT governance.
Represent UIC and LTS at regional, national, and international conferences through attendance and presentations.
Collaborate with vendors to articulate the university’s needs, foster long-term relationships, and provide valuable information and data to drive product improvements.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Instructional Design or related discipline. Doctorate degree or the equivalent years of experience is preferred.
Minimum of five years’ experience in instructional design, interactive courses design, or programs for university or higher education that includes leading complex or specialized projects.
Expert knowledge of instructional design principles and educational theory.
Effective needs analysis, training, project management, course development and evaluation skills.
Demonstrated fluency using and training users in one or more LMS platforms (Blackboard preferred), video streaming platforms (e.g., Echo 360 Panopto, Zoom), and e-learning authoring tools (e.g., Articulate, Camtasia).
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching face-to-face, online and/or hybrid courses in higher education
Experience hiring, supervising, and mentoring employees
Working knowledge of designing for accessibility in compliance with ADA / WCAG requirements.
Experience applying quality rubrics for course design. QM certification
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Strong leadership, customer relationship and interpersonal skills.
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