Program Administration Sr. Specialist

About the Department BSD PSY – Lyons Lab. To transform mental health through compassionate, innovative interdisciplinary care, pioneering research, and the education of future leaders dedicated to advancing the well‑being of individuals, families, and communities. Job Summary The Senior Implementation Lead provides leadership for large or complex system transformation projects, guiding partners and internal staff throughout planning, adoption, and continuous improvement. This role combines deep content knowledge with coaching, facilitation, and relationship‑building to support successful implementation of organizational initiatives. Responsibilities Lead and oversee contracted deliverable‑based projects, serving as the primary point of contact for partners. Provide coaching and consultation to organizations adopting tools, practices, or frameworks. Direct planning, monitoring, and evaluation activities. Mentor and support team‑based strategies to execute effective delivery. Represent the organization in high‑level partner meetings and initiatives. Contribute to cross‑team projects and initiatives, including training, analytics integration, and curriculum development. Provide specialized professional expertise in program management, implementing plans for educational programs and initiatives and acting as a liaison between the program and participants. Plan and develop program objectives and/or content, researching and identifying trends and needs to establish program directions accordingly. Serve as a key resource for program information, resolving problems or questions referred by program staff, university administrators, or other contingencies. Perform other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications College or university degree in a related field. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree. Significant experience with program implementation, change management, or technical assistance. Strong facilitation, coaching, and relationship‑building skills. Ability to manage multiple complex projects with diverse partners. Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and project management tools. Knowledge of evidence‑based practice and implementation science. Ability to lead statewide collaborative, training, and trauma‑informed initiatives. Strong communication, collaboration, problem‑solving, attention to detail, organizational skills and ability to work independently and as part of multidisciplinary team. Benefits Eligible for comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook. Pay Range $120,000 – $170,000 annually. Equal Opportunity Statement 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. Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation should call View phone number on click.appcast.io or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form. #J-18808-Ljbffr Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago