Research Technician

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

4d • $22 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

As a lab technician, you will work on a variety of tasks in our gynecologic cancer lab. The work encompasses cell culture, genomics, metabolomics, and molecular biology, utilizing animal models, established cancer cell lines, and human specimens. You will work in a dynamic and growing environment as part of the gynecologic cancer group of researchers on the 10th floor of the Knapp Center for Biological Discovery, with the best views of Lake Michigan on campus. The 10th-floor lab environment features monthly socials that allow technicians and researchers from other labs to meet and connect. This is an opportunity for you to join a leading gynecological cancer research team that is making strides in the fight against cancer. This role also presents an opportunity to utilize your existing knowledge and expand your skills. You will also be expected to perform data analysis and generate reports, as well as perform general lab duties related to equipment maintenance and materials inventory management. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

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’s degree or higher in molecular biology, biochemistry, biology, or other related fields.
• Previous experience in a laboratory setting.
• At least two years of experience in performing cell cultures.
• Mouse handling, tissue harvest, and analysis.
• Performing and analyzing functional assays such as cell culture, Western blotting, qPCR, or immunofluorescence.
• Performing and analyzing molecular biology assays.
• Strong data management skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Suite, including Outlook.
• Understand complex documents, such as clinical trials.
• Interact and communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, patients, staff, faculty, students, and others.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Handle competing demands with diplomacy and enthusiasm.
• Absorb large amounts of information quickly.
• Adaptability to changing working situations and work assignments.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment, performing basic laboratory techniques and analysis under direction.
• Acquires and maintains competency in routine techniques, including but not limited to, Western blotting, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence.
• Assists with laboratory operations, including ordering and maintaining equipment and supplies.
• Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting data in support of research projects under direct supervision.
• Collects and enters data.
• Assists in the analysis of data and in the preparation of reports, manuscripts, and other documents.
• Complies with institution, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• 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.
• May assist recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support.
• Is developing skills in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
• 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
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees