The Executive Director will lead all operational aspects of the Chicago Center for Computational Social Science, translating an ambitious intellectual vision into institutional reality
Job Summary
The Executive Director will lead all operational aspects of the Chicago Center for Computational Social Science, translating an ambitious intellectual vision into institutional reality.
The role requires generating and overseeing a diversified financial portfolio with a five-year goal of full self-sufficiency through grants, industry partnerships, and indirect cost recovery.
This is an in-person position located at the University of Chicago offering a salary range of $165,000.00 to $201,000.00 with comprehensive benefits.
Matching Summary
The Executive Director will lead all operational aspects of the Chicago Center for Computational Social Science, translating an ambitious intellectual vision into institutional reality.
Salary
Base: $165,000.00 - $201,000.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off included
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
7+ years work experience in related discipline
Fundraising with donors and foundations
Budget and financial management
Strategic partnership development
Team leadership and management
Nice-to-have
Familiarity with computational social science landscape
Experience with interdisciplinary research environments
Background in academic program leadership
Fluency with faculty and government partners
Curiosity about AI and social theory intersection
Key Requirements
Minimum college or university degree
7+ years of relevant work experience
Supervisory experience preferred
Master's or Ph.D. preferred in social science or computational field