Education Program Coordinator

Department BSD PED - Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition - Celiac Center - Office Support About The Department The Celiac Disease Center at the University of Chicago Medicine is dedicated to advancing innovative research aimed at improving our understanding and ability to treat celiac disease. The team is dedicated to this goal from every angle: research, clinical, education and community. Our community extends far beyond the neighborhoods immediately surrounding the University of Chicago Medicine. The Celiac Disease team has developed a series of community initiatives to bring our experts and knowledge to those who need it most, including the Educational Classes and Programs, Family Education Day, InTransit Program, InMotion, our bi‑annual Continuing Medical Education Conferences (CME) and many other programs. Job Summary The Education Program Coordinator performs routine assignments related to academic, research, clinical or administrative programs. This position will report to the Celiac Disease Center Director and assist in creating novel approaches to educational programming to foster awareness of celiac disease and gluten‑related disorders, and assist in the execution of these initiatives. Self‑starter characteristics, willingness to learn in‑depth about celiac disease and the gluten‑free diet, and the ability to navigate efficiently in a dynamic outpatient subspecialty clinic will be crucial. Responsibilities Assist in execution and expansion of educational efforts in the Celiac Disease Center, including expansion of the InTransit Teen Program, its video series, and planning for monthly meetings. Assist in continued development of the Celiac Center Mentorship Program planned for this fall, pairing patients living with celiac disease with newly diagnosed patients. Assist in planning and execution of Professional Education, including CME. Assist in planning and expanding Family Network and Family Education Day programs. Assist in planning for Food Insecurity and School Educational Efforts. Use general understanding and experience to administer the delivery of services to program participants and/or beneficiaries. Plan and conduct quality assurance reviews and recommend changes as appropriate. Analyze program budgets and use a moderate/high level of authority to recommend or make budgetary recommendations. Interact with faculty, researchers and staff for committee work or information. Perform other related work as needed. Education and Minimum Qualifications Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in a related field. Work Experience Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Preferred Qualifications Education Bachelor’s Degree. Experience Knowledge and skills developed through 2 years of work experience in a non‑profit or public health setting. Preferred Competencies Exceptional interpersonal skills, self‑direction, flexibility, and ability to multi‑task. Must possess analytical, assessment, cultural competency and communication skills. Ability to interact effectively with multi‑disciplinary stakeholders and develop programs using assessment, planning, implementation, management and evaluation frameworks. Extensive knowledge about celiac disease and the gluten‑free diet, as well as understanding of major advocacy organizations, hospital centers and industry sponsors of the celiac disease and gluten‑free diet community. Pay Salary: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00. 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 Benefits Eligible: Yes. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Posting Statement The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination. Background Check All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case‑by‑case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. Additional Requirements Drug Test Required: Yes Health Screen Required: Yes Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required: No Pay Rate Type: Salary FLSA Status: Exempt #J-18808-Ljbffr