Research Analyst - TCOM

Department

BSD PSY - Lyons Lab

About The Department

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 their communities.

Job Summary

The job performs routine assignments related to scientific research The TCOM en Español Specialist ensures that training, materials, and resources are accessible to Spanish-speaking learners and partners. This role supports curriculum development, translation, and cultural adaptation, while also coordinating Spanish-language community initiatives that strengthen engagement and collaboration. By bridging language and cultural contexts, the TCOM en Español Specialist helps the organization expand its reach and effectiveness with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Translate and adapt TCOM training materials, resources, and communications into Spanish.
• Ensure cultural relevance and accuracy in Spanish-language materials.
• Coordinate Spanish-language community initiatives, fostering relationships and engagement with Spanish-speaking partners.
• Support delivery of training, webinars, and events in Spanish.
• Collaborate with the Teaching & Certification and IDEA teams to integrate Spanish-language content into curricula and platforms.
• Respond to learner and partner inquiries in Spanish, providing technical or training support.
• Contribute to outreach and engagement strategies for Spanish-speaking communities.
• Assist with other projects as needed, such as content creation, communications, or event logistics.
• Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
• Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
• Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
• Performs other related work as needed.
  
  

Education:

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Advanced degree.
  
  

Experience:

• Experience in education, training, or instructional design.
• Experience with healthcare/Medicaid outreach and culturally responsive engagement.
  
  

Technical Skills Or Knowledge:

• Knowledge of TCOM framework and tools strongly preferred.
• Bilingual English/Spanish.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, learning management systems (LMS), and communications platforms.
  
  

Preferred Competencies

• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong communication, facilitation, and community engagement skills across cultures.
• Work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  
  

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
  
  

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00

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 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

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