Research Technician

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, IL

21d • $50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The Research Technician will work on research projects involving in vitro and in vivo investigation of innate immune cell development, specifically focusing on dendritic cell function and the pathogenesis of systemic autoimmune diseases. The position involves the breeding and maintenance of experimental animal colonies, including genotyping and the collection of primary tissues to study immunological tolerance. Responsibilities also include the isolation, processing, and analysis of immune cell populations using flow cytometry and immunochemistry, alongside general lab management such as ordering and stocking supplies.

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.
• Experience working on independent laboratory research projects.
• Organized, task-oriented, good record keeper.
• Basic knowledge, skills and enthusiasm for molecular biology and animal research.
• Good verbal and written communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, the Research Technician will plan, design, and execute experiments, adapt existing procedures to the needs of the project, troubleshoot, and contribute intellectually to the project.
• Perform support activities and lab maintenance.
• Conduct experiments for projects investigating the molecular mechanisms of dendritic cell development and immune tolerance. This includes wet lab techniques such as Western blotting, cell culture, and in vitro assays.
• The role also involves in vivo work using mouse models of autoimmunity (e.g. Lupus), including the maintenance of colonies and the harvesting of lymphoid organs for flow cytometry and chromatin analysis.
• Maintain and order lab supplies.
• Maintenance of mouse colonies and breeding of transgenic models of autoimmunity and dendritic cell deficiency, including lineage-specific knockouts and nuclease-deficient strains.
• 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: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees