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Senior UX Designer

Company: Screencastify

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 02, 2024

Screencastify, a leading edtech company, is seeking a Senior UX Designer to join their team. They prioritize fast iteration, quality, and attention to detail. The company values accountability, commitment, and speed, with a focus on improving global education. The role offers the opportunity to design products that advance education, have a massive impact, work with a talented team, and be an advocate for their user base. The position is based in Chicago with a hybrid work model. Benefits include competitive compensation, 401k & Profit Sharing, flexible time off, flexible work policy, parental leave, and comprehensive health insurance.

Senior Mergers and Acquisitions Analyst

Company: Daniels Health

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 03, 2024

Daniels is a global company with a mission to make healthcare safer. They are looking for a Senior M&A Analyst to join their team. The company offers a range of benefits, including a robust suite of benefits, open office plan, and game zone.

Marketing Coordinator

Company: Coates Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 02, 2024

Coates Group, a global technology company, is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to support key projects, manage merchandise, collaborate on charity activities, and assist with internal communications. The role involves working with various teams, conducting research, and maintaining product portals. The ideal candidate should have a university degree, 2 years of experience, and proficiency in Asana and Figma. Coates Group is an award-winning company with a focus on employee growth and wellbeing, offering competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Project Manager, Software Implementation

Company: Strata Decision Technology

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 02, 2024

<p><strong>How youll make an impact<br ><strong>As our Project Manager PM you will help hospitals and healthcare systems across the country implement our software StrataJazz® so they can better perform financially Every day you will manage project timelines resources and scope To thrive in this role you must stay very organized and have mastered your executive presence across all forms of communication The daytoday of the PM role includes<p> <ul><li>Providing oversight and guidance to crossfunctional project teams planning and executing complex projects across multiple organizations and stakeholders simultaneously to enable the launch of new projects and processes throughout the implementation lifecycle<li> <li>Serving as a client advocate to effectively lead their organization through implementations with a key focus on building positive professional relationships<li> <li>project communication amp progress using Salesforce leveraging a builtin project management application amp Microsoft Office<li> <li>Developing maintaining and monitoring detailed project workplans that leverage waterfall methodology Documenting project changes amp risks in alignment with standards defined in client statement of work<li> <li>Participating in regular planning meetings to prepare for amp manage project tasks in alignment with Stratas Agile operations<li> <li>Assisting project leaders in defining risks dependencies and issue resolution<li> <li>Reporting progress through weekly status meetings and monthly executive meetings with clients and internal leadership<li> <li>Ensuring coordination between different consulting teams to ensure implementation tasks are clearly defined and completed on schedule<li> <li>Managing expectations and escalations of both internal team members and clients<li> <li>Supporting account management activities as needed with assigned client accounts<li> <ul><p><strong>What were looking for<strong><p> <ul><li>3+ years of project management experience in a software implementation environment<li> <li>Experience with software implementation in healthcare or finance is a plus<li> <li>A drive to learn quickly and constantly adapt to new challenges<li> <li>Strong selfmotivation and the ability to work effectively with limited guidance when necessary<li> <ul><div> <p><strong><span datacontrast=auto>How we work<br ><span><strong><span datacontrast=auto>The preferred location for this role is in Chicago IL or St Louis MO We value our people spending time together and have campuses hosting inperson events located in both cities <span><span datacontrast=auto>For a candidate who is a solid match for the skill set needed to be successful we will support a fully remote work environment anywhere in the US All team members including those local to a campus have the flexibility to work from home<span><span dataccpprops=> <span><p> <p><strong><span datacontrast=auto>Thinking about applying<span><strong> <br ><span datacontrast=auto>Research shows that women and underrepresented groups tend to apply to jobs only when they check every box on a job posting If youre currently reading this and hesitating to click Apply for that reason we encourage you to go for it A true passion and excitement for making an impact is just as important as work experience <br ><span><span datacontrast=auto>Should you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application interviewing completing any preemployment testing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process please reach out to careersstratadecisioncom<span><span dataccpprops=> <span><p> <p><strong><span datacontrast=auto>Here Strata<span><strong> <br ><span datacontrast=auto>Our culture is driven by our people solving problems together We embrace learning collaboration and continuous career growth Together we lift our customers our products our company and our community <span><span dataccpprops=> <span><p> <p><span datacontrast=auto>We believe that each of our team members unique perspectives and experiences is what drives innovation and positive change Our individual differences are what make us a more forwardthinking organization We foster a culture of inclusion equity and belonging regardless of race religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin <span><span dataccpprops=> <br ><strong>Our Core Values<br ><strong><span>While we celebrate what makes each member of our team unique our core values are what connect us They set <span><span>clear expectations for how we approach our work and how each of us can positively influence the experience of our team and our customers<br ><span><span><p> <ul><li>Connect with positive intent<li> <li>Be helpful<li> <li>Own it<li> <li>Get better every day<li> <li>Stay humble<li> <ul><p><span datacontrast=auto>Strata is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices Fulltime roles are eligible for an annual bonus based on both individual and company performance Find out more about 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Account Manager - Locomotive

Company: GATX

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 03, 2024

GATX Corporation, founded in 1898, is a leading company in the industry with a strong culture and a dynamic work environment. The Account Manager - Locomotive role involves generating, pursuing, and preserving locomotive leases, creating and maintaining customer relationships, and growing the GATX brand. The role requires an undergraduate degree, preferably in Business with a Marketing/Finance concentration, and 5-10 years of rail industry experience. The salary range for this position is $132,000-145,000. GATX is committed to diversity and equal opportunity employment.

Data Scientist

Company: Edge

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 01, 2024

EDGE, a B2B fintech founded in 2021, is expanding credit access for underserved consumers using alternative data. They are seeking a skilled Data Scientist with machine learning, model development, and data infrastructure experience. The role involves developing predictive models, working with engineering resources, performing data analysis, and staying updated on industry trends. The ideal candidate should have 1-5 years of experience, advanced understanding of machine learning, proficiency in Python and SQL, and excellent communication skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, dynamic work environment, and the opportunity to make an immediate impact in a growth-stage company.

Lead Design Researcher

Company: Kin Insurance

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 03, 2024

Kin is a high-growth Insurtech company that offers direct-to-consumer digital home insurance. They are seeking a Lead Design Researcher to help agents guide customers through the policy buying process. The role involves conducting qualitative research, working with cross-functional teams, and providing user and industry expertise. Kin values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance, flexible PTO, remote work, generous equity, and parental leave.

Market Sales Rep II (Business Development)

Company: Dawn Foods

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 02, 2024

<p>Dawn Foods is a global leader in bakery manufacturing and ingredients distribution As the partner of choice for inspiring bakery success we help customers grow their business through meaningful partnerships researchdriven insights and innovations and products and expertise they can depend on As a familyowned company our commitments to our people products customers and corporate values are all part of our recipe for success<br ><b> Why work for Dawn Foods <b> <br ><b> PEOPLE <b><b> PRODUCTS CUSTOMERS <b> <br ><b> Why should you apply We invest in you <b> <br ><p><ul><li> Industryleading health insurance on Day 1 <li> <li> Competitive Pay <li> <li> 401K + company match <li> <li> 10 Paid Company Holidays <li> <li> Paid Time Off <li> <li> Professional training <li> <li> Familyowned business over 100 years in service <li> <li> An opportunity for career advancement working as part of an empowering workforce <li> <ul><p> <br ><b> Job Purpose and Overview <b> <br >Dawns Market Sales Representative II Business Development MSR II position is responsible for developing customer relationships and delivering mutually profitable sales activity within the defined territory This is an exciting customerfacing role that is expected to provide exceptional service product knowledge and customer satisfaction Successful MSRs achieve results through developing and maintaining consultative partnerships and effectively addressing bakery customer needs by identifying profitable opportunities with existing customers and successfully prospecting new accounts <br >Dawns MSRs are outside sales representatives responsible for managing a territory that is directly associated with a distribution center and greater commercial region Within their territory they are focused on promoting Dawns products services online ordering capabilities and expanded portfolio of bakery solutions Market Sales Representative IIs are typically responsible for planning and implementing sales and service for customers typically representing $1M $6M overall sales across accounts They report directly to a Market Sales Manager MSM and are compensated within the parameters of a competitive salarypluscommission plan <br ><b> Work Environment <b> This position is Hybrid with consistent fieldtravel covering the Chicago IL market and surrounding areas <br ><b> What will you do as a Market Sales Rep II Business Development at Dawn Foods <b> <br ><p><ul><li> Build a portfolio of customers to exceed sales and margin targets in an area where Dawn has minimal market share now <li> <li> Develop and maintain excellent relationships with baking industry customers across assigned territory <li> <li> Provide onsite consultation and sales expertise <li> <li> Achieve profitable sales growth within assigned territory <li> <li> Develop and maintain profitable sales through prospecting new customers penetrating existing accounts and minimizing lost business <li> <li> Calculate margins negotiate terms and prepare estimates and bids using Dawns pricing models to meet specific customer needs <li> <li> Represent explain and promote the entire Dawn value proposition <li> <li> Use Technology to drive Dawns business including the following <ul><li> Promote and demonstrate Dawns online ordering platform and capabilities to drive growth and expand customer base <li> <li> Document sales funnel activities and utilize enterprise CRM Salesforce <li> <li> Educate customers on the usage of our payment portal <li> <ul><li> <ul><ul><li> Demonstrates and develops enduser understanding of customerfacing technology and applications <li> <li> Understand explain and implement Dawns credit policies and terms with customers <li> <li> Remain aware of and navigate relevant regional market conditions product trends innovation and competitors products and activity <li> <li> Develop and maintain a collaborative approach across teams and functions to build sales for the region remain on budget and maintain efficient costs <li> <li> Perform associated administrative duties such as maintaining accurate sales records preparing reports and filing expense reports <li> <li> Participate within experiential learning opportunities to expand sales capabilities and product knowledge and applies that product knowledge in customer interactions to drive sales <li> <li> Demonstrate Dawns Values and support the Dawn Circle of Excellence <li> <ul><p> <br ><b> What Does It Take to be a Market Sales Rep II Business Development at Dawn Foods <b> <br >Below are the minimum qualifications to be a fit for this job <br ><p><ul><li> Experience with building a portfolio of customers that converts a low market share area to a high market share area and exceeds margin and sales growth targets <li> <li> At least 5 years of previous customerfacing outside sales experiences <li> <li> Successful consultative sales experiences within B2B foodservice or similar distribution models <li> <li> Working knowledge of bakery products ingredients raw materials baking supplies and bakery operations <li> <li> Demonstrative ability to navigate multiple software applications user interfaces and digital technologies <li> <li> Working knowledge of digital CRM solutions ie Salesforce <li> <li> Motivated selfstarter able to work autonomously with limited supervision <li> <li> Prior experiences performing within a commissioned andor performancedriven pay structure <li> <li> Able to effectively communicate and collaborate with colleagues and customers <li> <li> Able to engage others while maintaining a personable consultative approach for superior customer service <li> <li> Able to read write verbally communicate and comprehend the English language <li> <li> Able to effectively manage time within a schedule of competing priorities and tasks <li> <li> Able to understand and calculate sales and margins <li> <li> Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite including Outlook Word Excel SharePoint and PowerPoint <li> <li> Motivated by results execution and a finish line focus <li> <li> Position requires extensive local travel Valid Drivers License and safe satisfactory driving record MVR conducted <li> <li> High school diploma or general education degree GED <li> <li> Must be able to satisfy preemployment testing drug screen and background check <li> <li> Bilingual capabilities ie Spanish for representing an expanded customer base <li> <ul><p> <br ><b> Preferences <b> <br ><p><ul><li> Undergraduate degree in Business Sales Marketing andor Culinary Arts or equivalent experiences <li> <li> Demonstrative understanding of andor handson experiences with bakery products raw materials and baking supplies <li> <li> Enhanced knowledge of andor handson experiences within bakery operations <li> <li> Bilingual capabilities ie Spanish for representing an expanded customer base <li> <ul><p> <br ><b> Physical Demands amp Work Environment <b> <br >The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a Team Member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions <br ><p><ul><li> Required to use motor coordination with arm hand finger and leg dexterity <li> <li> Required to exert physical effort in handling objects 25 pounds <li> <li> Normal setting for this job is hybrid with consistent fieldtravel work environment <li> <ul><p> <br >Note The level of physical effort may vary from site to site and in some cases be greater or lesser than documented here <br ><b> If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for please click Apply <b> <br ><b> About Our Benefits <b> <br >Dawn is proud to employ the top talent in the baking industry and we reward our people with comprehensive health and wellbeing coverage competitive compensation packages and awardwinning benefit offerings We also help protect your future financial health with a generous 401k matching program that provides additional retirement funds and many tools and resources on financial wellness Dawn encourages professional growth through tuition assistance and educational programs and we are always searching for ways to improve our industryleading services and benefits <br ><b> Compensation <b> $58160 $96930 + Incentive potential <br >LIHybrid LIAH1 <br >An Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability pregnancy sexual orientation gender identitygender expression citizenship status military or veteran status genetic information or any other status or condition that is protected by applicable law<br ><b>Requisition ID <b>35556<br >An Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability<br >Date Apr 26 2024 <br >If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability please send an email to careersdawnfoodscom<p>

Lead Software Engineer

Company: Center for Research in Security Prices (CRSP)

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 01, 2024

<p><b><strong>All applicants must currently be living in Illinois No relocation <strong><b><br ><strong>About Us<strong><br >CRSP is a leader in providing researchquality data to scholars and investors advancing the body of knowledge in finance economics and related disciplines for over 60 years Nearly 500 leading academic institutions in 35 countries around the world rely on CRSP data for quality and timely academic securities research<br >Current projects include development using Scala Python Apache Spark SQL Server Apache Parquet Microsoft Azure technologies and Microsoft Azure DevOps<br >Join us in our effort to create the highest quality financial research data and providing the input for some of the most influential financial research studies<br ><strong>The Role<strong><br >As a Lead Software Engineer at CRSP you will utilize your engineering skills to contribute to the Research Products platform helping develop innovative and highquality solutions on an engaging stack utilizing both modern and leadingedge technologies You will play a lead role on a small but growing team of engineers using your skills to help extend the platform as well as mentor your peers and provide technical leadership As a member of this driven and adaptive team you will participate in all stages of our development lifecycle from initial research discovery solution prototyping development debugging all the way through deployment to production operational readiness and support<br ><strong>Responsibilities<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Implement design and maintain valueadding performant and scalable solutions which enhance and extend the CRSP Research Products platform<li> <li>Make independent highimpact contributions through a comprehensive focus on quality testable code<li> <li>Advise technical leadership on technology choices<li> <li>Collaborate with all levels of the organization during the phases of the software development lifecycle to craft and build workable implementation plans timelines and ultimately robust solutions<li> <li>Provide technical guidance to team members through education and coaching of best practice functional and objectoriented principles<li> <li>Maintain mutual and positive working relationships with all members of CRSP through an environment of cooperation coordination and respect<li> <ul><p> <br ><strong>Preferred Qualifications<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Excellent problem solving skills<li> <li>Experience leading software projects and mentoring junior engineers<li> <li>Familiarity with functionaldeclarative programming concepts monads functors higherorder functions currying immutability side effects pure functions etc<li> <li>Experience using both Scala and Apache Spark<li> <li>Experience with Python 3 and the Pandas library<li> <li>Experience designing and debugging issues in complex distributed systems<li> <li>Experience diagnosing and resolving relational database performance issues including analysis of query plans structure and indexing<li> <li>Familiarity with Git or similar version control<li> <li>Experience working in an Agile environment with strong engineering best practices including unit testing code reviews continuous integration and automated deployments<li> <li>Excellent written and verbal communication including the ability to communicate technical concepts to nontechnical staff users and partners<li> <li>Experience in the securities andor financial industry andor additional education in finance preferred<li> <li>Bachelors degree BABS in Computer Science or related field<li> <ul><p> <br ><strong>Minimum Qualifications<strong><br ><p><ul><li>8+ years of development experience in a professional environment<li> <li>2+ years of programming experience with Scala Java Python or C<li> <li>Proficiency in datadriven programming<li> <li>Proficiency in working with and writing queries against relational databases such as SQL Server<li> <ul><p> <br ><strong>LOCATION<strong> 105 West Adams Street 17 TH Floor Chicago IL 60603<br ><strong>WORK SCHEDULE<strong> Full Time 830 am 500 pm normal working hours<p>

Senior Marketing Manager, Email

Company: Press Ganey

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 01, 2024

The job posting is for an Email Strategist position at Press Ganey, a global healthcare and technology company. The role involves implementing and managing email communications, providing strategic marketing consultation, and contributing to the success of the company's products and services.

Python Developer

Company: IMC Trading

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 03, 2024

<p>The BPampA Team plays an important role in our operations and partners closely with the finance trading and middle office teams to understand their needs and provide them with meaningful insights through data analysis and reporting We are looking for an expert backend developer to help build our nextgeneration analytics infrastructure<br ><strong>Your Core Responsibilities<strong><br ><p><ul><li>Be a senior individual contributor developing our bespoke analytics database and ecosystem<li> <li>Design amp develop missioncritical ETLs maintenance and process improvement<li> <li>Extend existing BPampA infrastructure work as a team to design and implement new services<li> <li>Collaborate closely with local stakeholders to ensure and enhance system stability<li> <li>Act as a trusted advisor to the local BPampA lead and work closely with BPampA leaders globally<li> <li>Collaborate with global teams in Chicago and Sydney reporting to the local BPampA lead<li> <li>Help to identify enhancements to the ecosystem that support BPampAs longterm goals<li> <li>The ideal candidate is an expert developer with strong analytical abilities and excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective collaboration with both technical and nontechnical stakeholders<li> <ul><p> <br ><strong>Your Skills and Experience<strong><br ><p><ul><li>8+ years working with Python in a developmentfocused role including endtoend feature design and implementation<li> <li>5+ years of database amp cloud development experience ex AWS Elastic Postgres Django<li> <li>Experience using DevOps tools ex TeamCity JIRA<li> <li>Experience running code in containerized environments ex Kubernetes Docker<li> <li>Experience creating ETLs<li> <li>Interest or experience working with Java and Kafka<li> <li>Interest in or exposure to finance or trading processes<li> <li>Someone who thrives within a dynamic quickly changing environment<li> <ul><p> <br >Please note that immigration sponsorship is not offered for this specific opening <br ><strong>About Us<strong><br >IMC is a leading trading firm known worldwide for our advanced lowlatency technology and worldclass execution capabilities Over the past 30 years weve been a stabilizing force in the financial markets providing the essential liquidity our counterparties depend on Across offices in the US Europe and Asia Pacific our talented employees are united by our entrepreneurial spirit exceptional culture and commitment to giving back Its a strong foundation that allows us to grow and add new capabilities year after year From entering dynamic new markets to developing a stateoftheart research environment and diversifying our trading strategies we dare to imagine what could be and work together to make it happen<p>

Senior Content Specialist

Company: Walker Sands

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted May 02, 2024

Walker Sands is seeking a Senior Content Specialist with 1-2 years of experience in corporate communications, content marketing, journalism, or copywriting. The role involves contributing to various writing projects, translating complex client messaging, conducting research, and maintaining client relationships. The ideal candidate should have exceptional writing skills, be comfortable with technology, and thrive in a deadline-driven environment. Prior experience in technology or professional services sectors, agency experience, and SEO knowledge are beneficial. The company is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages applications from all backgrounds.

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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