Research Technician - Neurological Surgery

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

8d • $22 - $29

About The Position

The job provides technical support activities related to scientific research projects for the Department of Neurological Surgery. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor degree in biomedical engineering or neuroscience strongly preferred.
• 2-5 years' experience in electrophysiology and psychophysics strongly preferred.
• Knowledge in the biological sciences.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to learn new research techniques or methods.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
• Analytical skills.
• Ability to work with mice.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with scientists, and technicians to ensure research quality and compliance.
• Works with patients implanted with peripheral or central nervous system stimulation devices.
• Performs psychophysical experiments and analyze the data.
• Works with team to ensure patient satisfaction with enrolled studies.
• Coordinates testing with patients and other members of the study team.
• Provides technical and administrative support for a research project.
• Collects and enters data.
• Assists in analyzing data.
• Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
• Assists with the installation, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
• 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed