In Vivo Rodent Cancer Research Specialist

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago's Moellering Lab is seeking a Research Specialist to support in vivo rodent studies and cancer biology research. You will assist with xenograft experiments, compound administration (IP, IV, SC), daily health monitoring, and tissue collection, while contributing to reports and manuscripts.

A degree in Biological Sciences and experience with animal studies are required; strong data management and teamwork are essential for success in this lab environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• <2 years of work experience in a related discipline.
• Familiarity with animal studies and cancer biology is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs in vivo experiments, including xenograft models and compound administration (IP, IV, SC); daily health monitoring and tissue collection.
• Maintains and analyzes data; assists with reports, manuscripts and documents.
• Builds and standardizes protocols; stays current with literature related to projects.
• Installs, sets up and performs experiments under PI guidance; maintains technical/administrative support.

Skills

Rodent handling

Analytical thinking

Communication

Documentation

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences or related field

Job description

The University of Chicago's Moellering Lab is seeking a Research Specialist to support in vivo rodent studies and cancer biology research. You will assist with xenograft experiments, compound administration (IP, IV, SC), daily health monitoring, and tissue collection, while contributing to reports and manuscripts.

A degree in Biological Sciences and experience with animal studies are required; strong data management and teamwork are essential for success in this lab environment.