Research Laboratory Technologist

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, IL

13d • $24 - $34

About The Position

The Research Laboratory Technologist is a part-time position to support research and bench work laboratory studies of prion disease and Alzheimer’s Disease. Research studies are focused on microbiome research across cultures, and studies to monitor agitation in patients more accurately using wearable devices. Bench studies involve supporting research being done on prion diseases and Alzheimer’s Disease. Goals of the studies are primarily focused on the nature of prion disease pathology and the development of therapies, such as RNAi, gene splicing modification, and dominant-negative inhibition of disease in animal models of prion disease. The Mastrianni Lab. https://voices.uchicago.edu/mastriannilab/

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Previous laboratory experience.
• Experience with a broad range of scientific techniques.
• Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving skills
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Handling small rodents (mice and hamsters), PCR genotyping to maintain several transgenic mouse lines.
• Performing western blots, real time RT-PCR, cloning, restriction enzyme digestion, sequencing of human DNA samples, cell cultures, cell transfections.
• Maintain a laboratory database and perform routine laboratory maintenance (ordering supplies, etc.).
• Guide participants in such studies, packaging and mailing kits to patients for recovery of biological samples (microbiome), and assisting with a study that uses a wearable device to monitor agitation in patients with dementia.
• 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.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Benefits

• 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 .

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees