Department

Provost UChicagoGRAD STEM Students

About the Department

UChicagoGRAD, a part of the Office of the Provost that supports graduate education across the University, is an innovative national model for preparing graduate students and postdocs to succeed while at UChicago and beyond. With teams focusing on admissions, fellowship advising, writing support and public speaking training, diversity initiatives, career exploration and planning, and administration, UChicagoGRAD works with campus partners to support students and postdocs at every stage of their academic careers and beyond. UChicagoGRAD functions as a one-stop shop for graduate students and postdocs to access resources that support timely degree completion and to enhance professional preparation that helps them translate their degrees into a variety of careers. UChicagoGRAD works with academic departments and divisions as well as campus-wide offices to develop and implement outreach, recruitment, and yield efforts; graduate and postdoc-focused programs, workshops, and events; training and support tailored to UChicago graduate students and postdocs; and administrative practices and policies in support of graduate education.

Job Information

Job Summary:

Under the direction of UChicagoGRAD’s Director, STEM Graduate Career Development, the Graduate Career Services Specialist will support Career Team initiatives.

Responsibilities:

• Engage in one-on-one advising that assists students with career exploration, networking, job document preparation, and negotiation.

• Build knowledge of career paths in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.

• Follow up with students and graduate alumni to track progress and career outcomes.

Competencies:

• Ability to effectively build and manage relationships with a variety of partners and stakeholders.

• Commitment to providing a high level of service and work in a team environment.

• Excellent communication skills.

• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage time.

• Familiarity with the culture of UChicago graduate student and postdoc populations.

• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and under tight deadlines.

Additional Responsibilities

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• Master's degree required.

Experience:

• Experience with advising, coaching or mentoring students in a one-on-one setting preferred.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• References

Job Family

Temporary Staff

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Frequency

Hourly

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Range

$33.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Posting Statement

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