Research Technologist

University of Chicago • Hyde Park, IL

7d • $50,000 - $70,000

About The Position

The position would be in a research team which uses high dimensional imaging of human tissue and advanced AI analytics to understand immune states in autoimmune and other diseases of the kidney. The successful applicant would become familiar with immunofluorescent staining, confocal microscopy and in various pre-processing techniques to ready image stacks for further interrogation by AI-driven analytics. This position would report directly to a senior technician and participate in weekly working meetings and weekly general laboratory meetings. It would also be expected that the Research Technologist would perform other research-related duties and tasks necessary for the efficient functioning of the laboratory.

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 a field relevant to the research being conducted.
• Experience with microscopy.
• Knowledge of research techniques or methods relevant to the lab (e.g. tissue sectioning, antibody conjugation, immunofluorescent staining, H&E staining, microscope imaging).
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Collects and maintains data and/or specimens for high-dimensional imaging.
• Maintains equipment, including confocal microscope, and supplies.
• Responsibilities may also include the following non-laboratory duties: assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support.
• Responsibilities will include setting up and performing experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
• 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