Visiting Research Specialist - Retzky College of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Science - Wang Lab
University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Wang lab concentrates on 1) understanding mechanisms of chronic pain and drug addiction and 2) developing new pharmacological treatments for these conditions. We apply the power of molecular pharmacology, neurobiology, epigenetics, pharmacogenetics, and other disciplines in our studies.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in science or related field required.
- A minimum of 3 years' related research experience.
- Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods.
- Proficient in specific lab research techniques.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in science preferred.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with Principal Investigator and researchers to develop objectives and design of research projects and proposals.
- Formulate and conduct scientific experiments and analyses.
- Performs complex data collection and laboratory techniques.
- Analyze and evaluate test and research results.
- Replicate, refine and add new research approaches based on project needs.
- Test, customize and implement new methods, procedures and techniques.
- Develop and write advanced, comprehensive experimental protocols.
- Monitor project developments on an ongoing basis.
- Propose and implement changes as needed.
- Contribute material, prepare results and assist in the writing of research findings for publications, papers, presentations, grants, and other documents for publication.
- Assist Principal Investigator in grant and manuscript submission.
- Guide, train and advise lower level researchers and students on techniques, methods and procedures.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
- Keep accurate records of the experiments suitable for writing manuscripts and grant proposals.
- Present results at scientific meetings.
- Participate in weekly lab meetings, Journal Clubs and common seminars within the Department.
- Maintain transgenic mice.
- Perform tests on pain and related experiments including treatments.
- Perform biochemical analyses.
- Perform data analysis and draft reports.
Benefits
- Health
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid time Off
- Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
