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The University of Chicago

XLab Project Associate

Chicago, IL · On-site

$33 - $40/hr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... the Physical Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. The Lab aims to catalyze novel ... Job Summary The XLab Project Associate supports the day-to-day operations of XLab, including ...

Elevance Health

Research Scientist Senior

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$101K - $129K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Research Scientist Senior Research Scientist Senior This role requires associates to be in-office ... Leads projects that generate project extensions. * Leads research project operations activities to ...

Elevance Health

Research Scientist Senior

Chicago, IL · On-site +1

$101K - $129K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Research Scientist Senior This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week ... Leads projects that generate project extensions. * Leads research project operations activities to ...

Parsons Corporation

Environmental Scientist

East Chicago, IN · On-site

$22.93 - $40.14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Associate Scientist to join our team! In this role you will apply your technical skills on complex environmental remediation projects. What You'll Be ...

Parsons

Environmental Scientist

East Chicago, IN

$22.93 - $40.14/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Associate Scientist to join our team! In this role you will apply your technical skills on complex environmental remediation projects. What You'll Be ...

Publicis Groupe Holdings B.V

Data Scientist II

Chicago, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

With over 27 years of experience and 1,000+ associates across 7 different countries, CJ (formerly ... You will take ownership of complex projects end-to-end, ensuring data accuracy while delivering ...

AbbVie

Associate Scientist, Toxicology II

North Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... project demands. * Demonstrate expertise in a wide array of experimental techniques and data ... Knowledge of traditional scientific, statistical, and graphing software Additional Information ...

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AbbVie

Associate Scientist, Toxicology II

North Chicago, IL

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... project demands. * Demonstrate expertise in a wide array of experimental techniques and data ... Knowledge of traditional scientific, statistical, and graphing software Additional Information ...

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AbbVie

Associate Scientist, Toxicology II

North Chicago, IL · On-site

$58K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... project demands. * Demonstrate expertise in a wide array of experimental techniques and data ... Knowledge of traditional scientific, statistical, and graphing software Additional Information ...

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Ulta Beauty, Inc.

Data Scientist

Bolingbrook, IL

$102K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... projects, meeting deadlines, prioritizing appropriately and responding to issues quickly and ... associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company's bonus plan. Exact pay will be ...

Ulta Beauty, Inc.

Data Scientist

Bolingbrook, IL

$102K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... projects, meeting deadlines, prioritizing appropriately and responding to issues quickly and ... associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company's bonus plan. Exact pay will be ...

Ulta Beauty

Data Scientist

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

$102K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • PTO

... projects, meeting deadlines, prioritizing appropriately and responding to issues quickly and ... associates to earn additional compensation pursuant to the Company's bonus plan. Exact pay will be ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for associate project scientist in Chicago, IL is $37.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.70 and $42.12 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Associate Project Scientists are mid-level research professionals who assist with the planning, execution, and management of scientific research projects. They often work under the supervision of principal investigators or senior scientists, contributing their expertise in data collection, analysis, and reporting. Their duties may include coordinating project activities, managing laboratory operations, preparing research publications, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Associate Project Scientists play a crucial role in advancing research objectives and supporting the overall success of scientific projects.

What are some common challenges faced by associate project scientists when managing multiple research projects simultaneously?

Associate Project Scientists often juggle several research projects at once, which can present challenges such as prioritizing tasks, meeting tight deadlines, and coordinating with diverse teams. Balancing administrative duties with hands-on research work requires strong organizational skills and adaptability. Effective communication is key, as the role frequently involves collaborating with principal investigators, lab staff, and external partners to ensure project milestones are met without compromising scientific quality.

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To thrive as an Associate Project Scientist, you need a strong background in scientific research, data analysis, and a relevant advanced degree (typically a master's or PhD). Familiarity with laboratory instrumentation, statistical software (such as R or SPSS), and research compliance systems is often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills help you collaborate and present findings clearly. These competencies are essential for driving research success, ensuring data integrity, and contributing to innovative scientific projects.
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Infographic showing various Associate Project Scientist job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,976 per year, or $37 per hour.

XLab Project Associate

The University of Chicago

Chicago, IL • On-site

$33 - $40/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 14 days ago

University Of Chicago rating

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Department
PSD Enrico Fermi Institute: X Lab
About the Department
The Existential Risk Laboratory (XLab) is an initiative based within the Physical Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. The Lab aims to catalyze novel research activity by serving as a convening locus at the University as well as supporting research groups for the interdisciplinary field of existential risk studies. XLab additionally supports outreach and education for undergraduates through its summer research fellowship, educational events, and curricular development efforts.
Job Summary
The XLab Project Associate supports the day-to-day operations of XLab, including student research projects, the summer research fellowship, XLab's growing portfolio of research programs, and external-facing communications. The Project Associate works closely with XLab leadership, the Financial Administrator, and the operations leads of individual programs to ensure that students, fellows, and staff have the support they need. This position is funded by XLab's grants and is expected to continue as long as funding allows.
Responsibilities
  • Coordinates the logistical and administrative aspects of XLab programs, including the summer research fellowship and other initiatives as they develop.
  • Takes a leading role in the planning and execution of XLab workshops and events, including venue setup, coordinating with speakers or presenters, and ensuring smooth running of the events.
  • Provides support to student researchers in planning and organizing their research activities.
  • Proactively identifies students with potential and interest in XLab's initiatives and help connect them with research opportunities, fellowships, and mentors.
  • Crafts engaging and informative content for XLab announcements, website updates, introductory materials, and other communications.
  • Partners with the Financial Administrator to track program and grant spending against budget.
  • Serves as a first point of contact for external inquiries and route them appropriately.
  • Assists with researching funding opportunities, preparing grant proposals, and drafting or editing other written materials with moderate to high levels of guidance.
  • May assist with other administrative projects as needed and acquire higher-level guidance and skills.
  • Perform other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
Education:
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:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Experience:
  • Knowledge and skills developed through similar work experience in a university, research institute, or nonprofit setting.
  • Writing in a dominant position, such as for websites, journalism, or communications.
  • Knowledge of AI, AI safety, national security policy and norms, global catastrophic risk studies, or other security-related fields.
  • Experience as a teaching assistant or similar experience evaluating student work and providing feedback.

Preferred Competencies
  • Familiarity with Office Programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
  • Comfort in using online meeting platforms (Zoom, Teams, etc.).
  • Familiarity with online sharing tools (Box, Dropbox, Google Drive, etc.).
  • Basic HTML for updating websites.
  • Familiarity with basic AV equipment (cameras, mics, recording controls).

Working Conditions
  • In-person at the University of Chicago.
  • May work occasional evenings and weekends.

Application Documents
  • Resume (required)
  • References (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Administration & Management
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
37.5
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Range
$33.00 - $40.00
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
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.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
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.
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