Lab Research Technician 3 - Precision Lab Ops & Data

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center is seeking a Lab Research Technician to support laboratory operations, handle specimens, and ensure safety and quality standards. The Lab Research Technician 3 will perform specialized procedures under supervision, prepare equipment, collect samples, conduct analyses, and contribute to data presentation.

The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and adherence to Rush policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a biological or chemical science or equivalent.
• 1 year of laboratory exposure in a research/healthcare setting or 2 years of lab experience in lieu of degree.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process, and store biological samples following protocols.
• Configure, calibrate, and validate lab equipment; oversee maintenance.
• Perform complex laboratory techniques and validate new methodologies.
• Operate and troubleshoot equipment; supervise staff training on equipment.
• Record and analyze data; perform calculations and statistics.

Skills

Specimen handling

Lab equipment troubleshooting

Data analysis

Biosafety knowledge

Documentation

Communication

Mentoring

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent experience

Tools

Pipetting systems

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Rush University Medical Center is seeking a Lab Research Technician to support laboratory operations, handle specimens, and ensure safety and quality standards. The Lab Research Technician 3 will perform specialized procedures under supervision, prepare equipment, collect samples, conduct analyses, and contribute to data presentation.

The role emphasizes accuracy, reliability, and adherence to Rush policies.