Research Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Network Engineer

Company: IMC Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 25, 2024

IMC is a leading trading firm looking for a Network Engineer to join their Chicago office. The role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining the network infrastructure, as well as collaborating with traders and developers to solve complex problems.

Director of Community Justice Initiatives

Company: R&R Human Resources Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 24, 2024

The Lawyers Trust Fund of Illinois (LTF) is seeking a Director of Community Justice Initiatives to lead efforts in supporting legal aid programs in reaching under-served populations through community partnerships. The role involves implementing recommendations from a 2023-2024 Community Partnership Study, including planning meetings, creating peer learning opportunities, developing resource materials, and collecting data on community partnerships. The DCJI will also serve as a member of the LTF Grant Review Team, reviewing applications, conducting site visits, and drafting recommendations. Qualifications include a bachelor's degree, preferably a juris doctor, at least five years of experience in legal aid or public interest, cultural competency, project management skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. The position offers a salary range of $100,000 to $125,000 and excellent benefits.

Sr. Customer Success Manager, Manufacturer

Company: Kalderos

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 24, 2024

Kalderos is seeking a Senior Customer Success Manager to lead customer teams in achieving satisfaction and growth. The role involves onboarding customers, minimizing escalations, and ensuring full adoption of Kalderos solutions. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, 7+ years of customer relationship experience, and proficiency in Salesforce or similar CRM systems. They should also have strong project management, analytical, and communication skills. Kalderos offers competitive benefits including health insurance, 401k match, flexible PTO, and opportunities for growth.

Senior Analyst - Data Analytics

Company: United Airlines

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 25, 2024

United Airlines is currently experiencing a period of growth and is seeking a Senior Analyst - Dashboards and Metrics to join their Digital Technology team. The role involves developing and refining metrics dashboards, tracking key performance indicators, and identifying improvement opportunities. The company values diversity and inclusion, and offers a competitive benefits package, including parental leave, 401k, and space available travel. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree and three years of work experience, or equivalent experience, in areas such as Mathematics, Computer Science, Information Management, or Statistics. Knowledge of Foundry, Google Analytics (Big Query), Enterprise Data Warehouse, and SQL server is required, along with skills in data analysis, data manipulation, and problem-solving. Familiarity with BI tools like Tibco Spotfire, Tableau, Domo, or PowerBI is preferred.

Bid Manager

Company: Allwyn North America

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 23, 2024

Allwyn is a multi-national lottery operator with a focus on helping lotteries raise more for good causes. The company is committed to creating an inclusive organization and has a strong social value strategy. The Corporate Affairs team develops and implements strategic communications to build brand strength and promote winner stories.

Director, Cost Accounting

Company: Green Thumb

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 25, 2024

The Director of Cost Accounting will lead financial, analytical, and control tasks for centralized cost accounting processes. This role involves partnering with various teams to ensure consistent cost accounting processes and providing insightful cost analysis for strategic decisions. Responsibilities include managing financial close processes, leading cross-functional teams for process improvement, generating inventory and costing reports, and serving as an expert on cost accounting issues. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in accounting or related field, CPA, CMA, or MBA preferred, and 8+ years of cost accounting experience. Strong technical accounting skills, adaptability, professionalism, and integrity are required. The role involves 10-15% travel and passing background checks.

Software Engineer

Company: Tempus AI

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 25, 2024

Tempus, a company passionate about precision medicine, is seeking software developers with experience in both frontend and backend technologies. The company's proprietary platform uses AI to deliver real-time, actionable insights to physicians, improving clinical care. Tempus operates in agile environments, with small, autonomous teams owning and developing products. The company values collaboration and communication across varying skill sets and fields. Bonus points for experience in Docker, AWS, GCP, Spark, Hadoop, Kafka, and interest in biotech, genomics, and precision medicine.

R&D Chef - Ready to Heat

Company: Home Chef

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 24, 2024

Home Chef, founded in 2013, is a leading meal solutions company with a retail and online presence. They are committed to inspiring and enabling people to cook simple, delicious meals. The company is seeking a Research and Development Chef of Ready to Heat to conceive and create new recipes for the Ready to Heat offering. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in a kitchen or professional cooking environment, 2+ years of recipe development experience, and a culinary degree. They should be a self-starter, highly motivated, and able to provide thorough feedback on meal and ingredient samples. The position requires attending weekly culinary team meetings and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Senior Compliance Analyst

Company: M1

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 23, 2024

M1 is a fintech company offering a comprehensive Finance Super App™ for wealth building and protection. With over $8 billion in assets and 60,000 five-star reviews, M1 provides automated investing tools, high-yield savings accounts, margin loans, personal loans, and credit card rewards. The company is seeking a Compliance Officer to navigate regulatory landscapes, review marketing materials, and ensure adherence to laws and regulations. M1 values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and is committed to its core principles of mission-driven work, extreme ownership, boldness, ruthless prioritization, integrity, effectiveness, team orientation, transparency, forward progress, and resiliency.

Compliance Advisor

Company: M1

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 23, 2024

M1 is a fintech company offering a comprehensive finance super app with services including investing, borrowing, spending, and saving. The company empowers clients' financial well-being through automated tools, high-yield savings accounts, margin loans, personal loans, and credit card rewards. M1 aims to create a digital private banking experience, accessible to all. The company has received numerous accolades and has a strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. M1 is seeking a compliance professional with FINRA Series 7 and 24, 5-8 years of financial services compliance experience, and excellent communication skills to join their team.

Sr. Director, H&B Strategy

Company: Inspira Financial

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 25, 2024

Inspira Financial is seeking a Sr. Director of Product Management for its Health & Benefit line of business. The role involves driving product vision, strategy, and implementation, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading a team of product managers. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field, 15+ years of experience in Health & Benefits, Consumer Directed Benefits, Benefit Administration, and/or Fintech, and experience in human-centered design, design thinking, and agile product management methodologies. Inspira Financial offers health, wealth, retirement, and benefits solutions, serving over 7 million clients with $62 billion in assets. The company has been recognized for its growth and workplace culture.

Chief of Staff, Product & Tech

Company: Built In

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 24, 2024

Built In is a global platform for tech professionals, attracting millions of visitors monthly. The company aims to stay ahead of tech trends, develop careers, and find opportunities at companies they believe in. With 1,500 customers, including startups and Fortune 500 companies, Built In helps them hire top talent. The company is expanding rapidly, with plans to enter 72 new markets in the U.S. by the end of 2021 and global plans for 2024. Built In is seeking a Chief of Staff, Product + Tech to drive internal product communications, manage incident communications, and collaborate with key team members for product launches. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of experience in a similar role, with specific experience in software product development, strong communication skills, and familiarity with business systems and tools.

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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