Research Professional, Analyst
About The Position
The Research Professional will lead and manage genomic and embryological studies of vertebrate pattern formation deploying genomic, imaging, and developmental techniques on fish and amphibian species. They will be a point person in the laboratory and work to coordinate and manage different projects along these lines. Job Summary The job performs routine assignments that facilitate and promote a research project or contributes to the scientific direction of a research resource. Receives instruction, guidance, and direction from others.
Requirements
- Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
- Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Nice To Haves
- Doctorate in Development, Evolution or Genomics.
- Three years postdoctoral experience in vertebrate embryology, genomics and evolution.
- Knowledge of vertebrate embryology and genomics.
- Knowledge of molecular evolution.
- Experience imaging vertebrate embryos.
- Experience working with Functional Genomics.
- Experience with confocal imaging.
Responsibilities
- Animal care, husbandry and permitting.
- Laboratory purchases.
- Observation and maintenance of lab equipment and reagents.
- Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis.
- Contributes to facilitating and promoting a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.
- Trains new laboratory personnel.
- Oversees the OBA confocal microscopy facility, including regular cleaning and checks on functionality of the machines, computer maintenance and updates, and interfacing with Zeiss service agents.
- Trains new confocal microscope users and consults with more experienced users as needed.
- Tracks hours of confocal usage and shares information with OBA office quarterly.
- Performs experiments and collects and analyzes data. Participates in the promotion of a research project.
- Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors/authors scientific research manuscripts. Provides peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
