Extra Help - Research Helper

University of Illinois Chicago; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Job summary

University of Illinois System seeks a Laboratory Research Assistant to support faculty-driven projects in a Rockford laboratory. This temporary role covers 900 hours with 25 hours per week, on-site in Rockford, IL.

Responsibilities include running experiments, recording data, maintaining records, and contributing to reports and manuscripts. Prior lab research experience is required. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in laboratory research.

Responsibilities

• Perform experimental tests and assays. Record and analyze results to provide conclusive data for research projects. Work with survey data from smokers.
• Maintain materials, methods and records of experimental procedures, including evaluations of data accumulated.
• Compile and summarize results for reports, manuscripts, grants and articles for publication.
• Research literature to stay current with laboratory research methods and terminology.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of assigned laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Skills

Laboratory research experience

Job description

Job Details

• Position: Laboratory Research Assistant (Temporary, 900 hours)
• Hours per Week: 25
• Location: Rockford, IL USA (On‑Site, 90 miles northwest of Chicago)
• Salary: $15.00 / Hourly Wage
• Workplace Type: On‑Site
• Posting Close Date: 7/24/26
• This position is not eligible for benefits.

Position Summary

Assist in laboratory tests based on research projects under faculty supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform experimental tests and assays. Record and analyze results to provide conclusive data for research projects. Work with survey data from smokers.
• Maintain materials, methods and records of experimental procedures, including evaluations of data accumulated.
• Compile and summarize results for reports, manuscripts, grants and articles for publication.
• Research literature to stay current with laboratory research methods and terminology.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of assigned laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Prior experience in laboratory research.

Equal Opportunity

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation.