Genomics Research Analyst: Epilepsy & Stem Cells

University of Chicago; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago’s Department of Pediatrics seeks a Research Analyst for the Carvill Lab to explore genetic causes of epilepsy using genomic and stem cell approaches. You will work on CRISPR-based genome editing, iPSC-derived neuronal models, and sequencing assays, collaborating with clinicians and scientists across multiple teams.

The role combines hands-on bench work with data analysis, interpretation of results, and preparation of scientific documents.

Qualifications

• Education: college or university degree required.
• Work Experience: < 2 years of related work experience.
• Certifications: none specified.

Responsibilities

• Performs molecular biology and genomics experiments per lab protocols (CRISPR, lentiviral methods, iPSC-derived neurons).
• Prepares and processes sequencing libraries (ChIP-seq, ATAC-seq, RNA-seq).
• Runs quality control and reports inconsistencies to PI.
• Executes bioinformatics pipelines to process genomic data and summarize results.
• Assists with protein degradation experiments and mass spec analyses.
• Collaborates with clinicians and researchers across departments and labs.
• Maintains data and specimens; conducts literature reviews.
• Drafts reports, manuscripts, and presentations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Effective communication

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Related field degree

Tools

CRISPR editing

Lentiviral transduction

RNA-seq

Job description

The University of Chicago’s Department of Pediatrics seeks a Research Analyst for the Carvill Lab to explore genetic causes of epilepsy using genomic and stem cell approaches. You will work on CRISPR-based genome editing, iPSC-derived neuronal models, and sequencing assays, collaborating with clinicians and scientists across multiple teams.

The role combines hands-on bench work with data analysis, interpretation of results, and preparation of scientific documents.