Research Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL
Research Manager jobs in Chicago are concentrated in the Loop, Streeterville, and the Illinois Medical District, with strong demand across healthcare, market research, and higher education. Employers hiring right now include University of Chicago, Morningstar, and Huron Consulting. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Anatomy & Cell Biology-Res Adm
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $32.00 - $46.44 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Director of Operations will focus on the design, delivery and evaluation of system wide learning, training, and the development of uniformed system wide policies and procedures. Will provide support and work toward integrating the processes of the research, clinic, clinical trials and education sections within the RADC system. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Business or Health Systems Management/Health Administration, or Bachelor’s degree.
- Five years of healthcare management experience in lieu of a Master’s degree.
- Strong analytical, decision-making and problem solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail essential.
- Ability to lead projects to completion.
- Demonstrated interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Capable of multi-tasking, remaining flexible, and managing time effectively.
- Must be able to make independent judgments; be self-motivated and use time and resources effectively.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and actively promote team building.
- Demonstrate ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people including faculty and staff.
- Excellent working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases
Responsibilities:
1. Identify and implement areas for operational improvement.
2. Involved in Strategic planning along with the Center’s Director and Administrator.
3. Responsible for interfacing with the various Principal Investigators, Coordinators and Assistant Coordinators to gather information for enhancements to old systems and/or creating new systems.
4. Works with the Director of the Center to develop and implement new processes to integrate all areas of the RADC system.
5. Responsible for integrating all of the Center’s NIH studies, making certain that they are run appropriately.
6. Develops and implements new processes and procedures.
7. Oversees the updating and implementation of policies and procedures to insure the uniformity of such policies across the system.
8. Assesses, determines and coordinates staffing needs for the various areas of the RADC.
9. Participates in the decisions to employ, promote and terminate personnel.
10. Develops and implements training programs and materials for new and existing staff.
11. Oversees training of all new personnel to ensure they have the resources to be successful; supervises trainer(s).
12. Keeps current with the developments of the Data Management department.
13. Acts as the primary liaison between Data Management and the various areas at the RADC.
14. Provides continuous guidance and support to all the various areas within the Center.
15. Must be able to understand and relate to goals of the Director and work toward those goals; individually and as a member of the management team.
16. Other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Business Unit: Rush Medical Center
Hospital: Rush University Medical Center
Department: Anatomy & Cell Biology-Res Adm
Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)
Shift: Shift 1
Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00:00 AM - 5:00:00 AM)
Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).
Pay Range: $32.00 - $46.44 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.
Summary:
The Director of Operations will focus on the design, delivery and evaluation of system wide learning, training, and the development of uniformed system wide policies and procedures. Will provide support and work toward integrating the processes of the research, clinic, clinical trials and education sections within the RADC system. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and ICARE values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.
Required Job Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in Business or Health Systems Management/Health Administration, or Bachelor’s degree.
- Five years of healthcare management experience in lieu of a Master’s degree.
- Strong analytical, decision-making and problem solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail essential.
- Ability to lead projects to completion.
- Demonstrated interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
- Capable of multi-tasking, remaining flexible, and managing time effectively.
- Must be able to make independent judgments; be self-motivated and use time and resources effectively.
- Ability to work effectively within a team and actively promote team building.
- Demonstrate ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people including faculty and staff.
- Excellent working knowledge of word processing, spreadsheets and databases
Responsibilities:
1. Identify and implement areas for operational improvement.
2. Involved in Strategic planning along with the Center’s Director and Administrator.
3. Responsible for interfacing with the various Principal Investigators, Coordinators and Assistant Coordinators to gather information for enhancements to old systems and/or creating new systems.
4. Works with the Director of the Center to develop and implement new processes to integrate all areas of the RADC system.
5. Responsible for integrating all of the Center’s NIH studies, making certain that they are run appropriately.
6. Develops and implements new processes and procedures.
7. Oversees the updating and implementation of policies and procedures to insure the uniformity of such policies across the system.
8. Assesses, determines and coordinates staffing needs for the various areas of the RADC.
9. Participates in the decisions to employ, promote and terminate personnel.
10. Develops and implements training programs and materials for new and existing staff.
11. Oversees training of all new personnel to ensure they have the resources to be successful; supervises trainer(s).
12. Keeps current with the developments of the Data Management department.
13. Acts as the primary liaison between Data Management and the various areas at the RADC.
14. Provides continuous guidance and support to all the various areas within the Center.
15. Must be able to understand and relate to goals of the Director and work toward those goals; individually and as a member of the management team.
16. Other duties as assigned.
Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.
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Research Manager Jobs in Chicago: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a research manager job in Chicago?
Focus your search on Chicago's healthcare systems, universities, consulting firms, and market research agencies, which drive the highest volume of openings in the city. The Loop and Streeterville concentrate corporate and academic roles, while the Illinois Medical District is the hub for clinical and health research positions. Candidates who combine project management experience with domain expertise in one of those sectors move to the top of shortlists fastest.
Which companies hire research managers in Chicago?
Chicago research manager roles are posted by University of Chicago, Morningstar, and Huron Consulting and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Chicago's hiring mix is broad, covering major hospital networks, global consulting practices, consumer insights firms, and Big Ten research universities, all of which maintain ongoing research manager headcount.
Are there remote research manager jobs in Chicago?
Yes, though availability depends heavily on the role type. Analytical, market research, and policy-focused positions tend to be the most remote-friendly, while clinical, lab, or community-based research roles are predominantly on-site. About 75% of research manager openings tied to Chicago are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common at corporate and consulting employers headquartered downtown.
How can I get a research manager job in Chicago with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Chicago is moving up from a research analyst or research coordinator role at one of the city's hospital systems, universities, or market research agencies, which regularly promote from within. Firms in the River North and West Loop innovation corridors also hire junior researchers and move strong performers into manager tracks within two to three years. Building a portfolio of independent projects or contributing to academic research at a Chicago institution strengthens a candidacy significantly.
Which industries hire the most research managers in Chicago?
Most research manager openings in Chicago sit in Education, Healthcare & Medical Services, and Investment & Asset Management, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Chicago's deep concentration of academic medical centers, global consumer goods companies, and management consulting practices sustains consistent demand across those sectors year-round.
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