The American College of Chest Physicians (CHEST) is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to champion the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of chest diseases through education, communication and research. CHEST is based in Glenview, IL. We are currently seeking a Temporary Independent Contractor Simulation & Live Learning Specialist. This contract is estimated to go from May 15th 2025 - February 19th, 2026.
Position Purpose: CHEST holds live learning courses in our building throughout the year, which are attended by medical professionals. We have a Live Learning & Simulation team, which handles all logistics for these courses. The Temporary Contractor Simulation & Live Learning Specialist will work with the team on tasks related to technical and simulation support, course support, facility and resource management, and training.
Work Schedule : 40 hours per week. The contractor will typically work Monday – Friday. They may be asked to work periodic late days and periodic Saturdays to support our courses. The exact dates depend on our course schedule, but the contractor will be given a schedule as far in advance as possible. This will be a hybrid role, which will include days worked at our headquarters building in Glenview, as well as days worked at home.
Responsibilities:
Technical & Simulation Support
Course & Educational Support
Facility & Resource Management
Training & Supervision
Other Responsibilities
Required Qualifications/Competencies:
1. Minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Education or healthcare-related field
2. Computer proficiency required in PC and Mac-based software applications: MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
3. Project, people, and time management skills including demonstrated ability to coordinate and complete multiple projects simultaneously with minimal supervision and consistently meet strict deadlines for projects at various stages.
4. Demonstrated skills to apply effective oral, electronic, and written communication methods with staff and volunteers.
5. Well-developed organizational and project management skills to prioritize work demands, working with minimal supervision, and carrying out of responsibilities in a timely and meticulous manner that demonstrates initiative and creativity.
6. Flexibility to assess situations, work under pressure, embrace and adapt to change in a highly dynamic work environment, while maintaining accountability for assigned programs.
7. Problem solving and interpersonal skills to work effectively in a team environment with co-workers plus volunteers and be a strong individual contributor.
8. Ability to work with multiple departments and personalities across the organization.
9. Possess self-motivation and a willingness to learn new skills.
10. Ability to work periodic evenings and weekends, depending on course schedule.
Moderate heavy lifting frequently to place and pack items
The pay for this position is $30 per hour. CHEST considers factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, key skills, and market and organizational considerations when setting the hourly pay for our temporary independent contractor positions.
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