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Registered Nurse II - Decisional/Observation Unit - Full-time - 07:00 - 19:30

Company: Endeavor Health

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Swedish Hospital in Chicago, IL is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse II for the Decisional/Observation Unit. The unit monitors patients for a short stay observation period, and the nurse will be responsible for providing high-quality, individualized care. The ideal candidate has at least one year of staff nurse experience, preferably with critical care and cardiac tele experience. Benefits include a sign-on bonus, comprehensive health benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Assistant Director New Lenox KinderCare

Company: KinderCare Learning Companies

Location: Joliet, IL

Posted Jan 21, 2025

KinderCare Learning Companies, a recognized early childhood education provider, is seeking an Assistant Director. The role involves leading teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving operational objectives. The Assistant Director will educate parents and teachers on the value of early childhood education, and work closely with families, teachers, and state authorities. The ideal candidate should have at least two years of early childhood education experience, excellent communication skills, and CPR/First Aid certification. KinderCare offers comprehensive benefits, including discounted child care, medical/dental/vision coverage, mental health support, and more. The company is committed to equal opportunity employment.

Dermatology - Faculty Opportunity

Company: Trinity Health

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Loyola University Chicago's Stritch School of Medicine is recruiting a full-time Academic Dermatologist for its Department of Medicine, located in Chicago's suburbs. The Dermatology clinical services are available at Oak Brook Terrace, Burr Ridge, and Orland Park locations, offering a wide range of procedural services. The role involves serving as faculty in the ten-person residency program and contributing to the research unit. The preferred candidate should be board-eligible/certified, committed to teaching, and interested in clinical or translational research. Loyola University Health System offers a competitive compensation package, including a starting salary between $159,000 - $985,945, excellent benefits, paid malpractice, relocation expense reimbursement, and CME days.

Analytic Services - Analyst

Company: CVS Health

Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Jan 21, 2025

CVS Health is seeking a Consultant for its Analytic Consulting Services to provide clients with data-driven insights for informed healthcare strategies. The role involves understanding clients' business problems, formulating data-driven solutions, and presenting findings. Successful candidates should have analytical skills, experience in data-driven fields, and knowledge of healthcare or pharmaceuticals. Familiarity with SAS or similar software is preferred. The position offers a competitive pay range and comprehensive benefits.

Account Executive, Large Customer Sales

Company: Google

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Google is seeking a Large Customer Sales Representative to build and manage relationships with C-level clients and executive partner stakeholders. The role involves developing an understanding of their business tests, marketing objectives, and success metrics, and leading a cross-functional team within Google to collaborate on projects and motivate client success.

Senior Analytic Consultant

Company: CVS Health

Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Jan 21, 2025

CVS Health is seeking a Senior Analytic Consultant for a fully remote position. The role involves analyzing issues related to appeals, performing root cause analysis, and identifying corrective actions. The candidate should have advanced knowledge of Medicare appeals process, 7+ years of experience in data analysis, Medicare compliance, or Aetna clinical policy. They must be comfortable with online learning, have strong communication and project management skills, and be able to lead project teams. The pay range is $46,988.00 - $112,200.00. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), life insurance, disability benefits, well-being programs, education assistance, and PTO.

Director, Cardiothoracic Critical Care

Company: Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine are seeking a full-time Intensivist for a leadership role. The position involves directing Cardiothoracic Critical Care Services and expanding clinical programs and research within the Northwestern Medicine health system. The ideal candidate should have established clinical expertise in cardiac and thoracic surgery patient care, a national reputation, and a proven track record in securing extramural funding. They will lead a team of clinicians, educators, and researchers, and contribute to the future vision of critical care services. The candidate must be board certified in their primary specialty and critical care, and able to obtain permanent Illinois licensure.

User Experience Design Intern

Company: Grainger

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 21, 2025

Grainger, a leading industrial distributor, is offering a 10-week paid internship in their downtown Chicago office. The intern will join the User Experience Design team, working on design projects for Grainger's internal tools and customer-facing experiences. The role involves collaborating with business stakeholders, product managers, and engineers. The intern will gain hands-on experience in UX design, user research, and agile environments. The position is suitable for students pursuing a degree in Human-Centered Design, Design Methods, HCI, Visual Design, or related fields, with a targeted graduation date between Winter 2025 - Fall 2026. Free housing is provided in downtown Chicago.

Client Onboarding and Investment Analysts/Associate

Company: BlackRock

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 21, 2025

BlackRock is seeking talented Client Onboarding and Investment Analysts/Associates to manage the onboarding process for new/existing clients. The role involves working closely with various teams and external clients, handling phone work, and creating proposals. Key responsibilities include managing the account opening workflow, overseeing the documentation process, and ensuring deal deliverables are met. The ideal candidate should have 1-4 years of experience, a BA/BS degree, and strong communication skills. BlackRock offers a range of benefits including a strong retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, and a hybrid work model.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges for research positions by seniority?
Entry‑level research scientists and data analysts earn $70,000‑$90,000 annually, with variations by industry. Mid‑level roles (2‑5 years experience) range $90,000‑$120,000. Senior researchers, principal investigators, or AI lead scientists command $120,000‑$160,000 plus equity or grant‑based bonuses.
What skills and certifications are most valued in research roles?
Key skills include statistical programming in Python or R, SQL for data querying, machine‑learning frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch), laboratory software (LabVIEW, Benchling), and version control (Git). Certifications that boost prospects are TensorFlow Developer, AWS Certified Machine Learning – Specialty, Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer, and CLIA‑certified lab technician credentials for clinical research.
Can research jobs be performed remotely?
Approximately 60% of research listings now offer full‑remote or hybrid schedules, especially in AI, data science, and UX research. Lab‑based roles typically require on‑site presence, but many institutions provide remote data‑analysis and simulation positions.
What are common career progression paths in research?
Typical progression starts with Research Assistant → Research Scientist → Senior Scientist → Lead or Principal Investigator → Director of Research or R

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