at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Description
Location: Chicago, IL
Hospital: RUSH University Medical Center
Department: REACH
Work Type: Part Time (Total FTE between 0.5 and 0.89)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM – 5:00:00 PM)
Summary:
This position is part-time which typically include leading academic enrichment and work-based learning experiences related to operational and mission-related performance for Rush University Medical Center. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
- High School Diploma
- Project management capabilities
- Demonstrated analytical thinking
- Passion for problem solving
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to learn and adapt quickly amidst new and shifting priorities
- Passion for improving outcomes for youth
- Self-starter with ability to conduct multiple projects concurrently, both independently and as a member of a collaborative team.
- Brings a flexible, proactive and entrepreneurial approach to solving problems
- Ability to thrive amidst change and challenging conditions while maintaining a positive outlook and forward-looking perspective
- Development-oriented mindset; reflective, self-aware, and driven to learn from setbacks
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team in a complex academic environment
- Must have a strong work ethic. Must be available to work outside normal business hours on occasion
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural environment
- Exceptional written, verbal, organizational, and technology skills (Microsoft Office Suite, Google, etc.);
Preferred Job Qualifications:
Physical Demands:
Competencies:
Disclaimer: The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with REACH education team to provide work-based learning, professional skills, and research support for pipeline program; focus on supporting high school and college students in workforce development
- Lead daily activities for program participants
- Supervise students on program field trips and community outreach opportunities
- Guide students with the development of capstone projects for the culminating event at end of program
- Build relationships with businesses and community partners to support work-based learning, education and enrichment for youth
- Conduct research to support development, implementation, and refinement of STEM/healthcare pipeline for under-represented groups; model should be aligned to evidence-based practices
- Gathers, develops and furnishes data to assist in grant writing, reporting and budget preparations
- Other duties as assigned
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Position Administrative Project Assistant – REACH
Location US:IL:Chicago
Req ID 8014
