Research, Analyst

Care2Prevent; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a part-time Research Analyst to support the Sereno Lab - Research Ops onsite in Chicago, IL. The role covers fossil preparation, conservation, field expedition logistics, and exhibit coordination supporting research outputs and public outreach.

Responsibilities include documenting findings, preparing specimens, coordinating exhibits, mentoring students, and assisting with reports and manuscripts.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related work experience.
• Bachelor's degree in science or arts preferred.
• Experience with fossil preparation and casting is valued.
• Experience managing field expeditions and exhibits is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Fossil preparation of paleontological and archeological material.
• Conservation and stabilization of specimens for research.
• Field coordinator and camp manager for paleontological and archeological expeditions.
• Logistical planning for field expeditions.
• Oversee the logistics for all Fossil Lab exhibits.
• Assist with teaching and outreach activities to students and visitors.

Skills

Fossil preparation

Casting & molding

Exhibit logistics

Field expedition logistics

Fossil prep training

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in science or arts

Tools

Photography of specimens

Job description

## Research, AnalystApply: Onsite: Chicago, IL: Part time: Posted Today: JR35497**Department**BSD OBA - Sereno Lab - Research Ops**About the Department**Through the disciplines of Comparative Biomechanics, Evolution and Developmental Biology, Behavioral Neurobiology, and Vertebrate Paleontology, our mission is to explore animal form and function and how they change over the short time frame of an individual’s life history and long time frame of the history of animal life.**Job Summary**The job performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.**Responsibilities*** Fossil preparation of paleontological and archeological material.* Conservation and stabilization of specimens for research.* Field coordinator and camp manager for paleontological and archeological expeditions.* Logistical planning for field expeditions.* Oversee the logistics for all Fossil Lab exhibits.* Sample removals for data collection.* Mold and cast of fossils for research, trade and exhibit displays.* Paint and mount casts for research, trade and exhibit displays.* Traditionally and digitally sculptured flesh reconstructions for research, publication and exhibit displays.* Photographer of specimens for research and publication.* Assist with fossil lab collections, loans and record keeping.* Teach educational outreach activities to students/visiting groups.* Assist with teaching and training Fossil Lab students and volunteers preparation.* Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.* Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.* Performs other related work as needed.**Minimum Qualifications****Education:**Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.**Work Experience:**Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.**Certifications:****---****Preferred Qualifications****Education:** * Four-year college degree in science or arts. **Experience:** * 5+ years of fossil preparation experience at a working laboratory.* 5+ yrs Experience in casting and molding.* 2+ yrs Experience with exhibit management and logistics.* 5+ Experience managing field expedition logistics and camp management.* 2+ yrs Experience with fossil preparation training, preservation and conservation methods. **Working Conditions** * Ability to work on site at the Fossil Lab.* Ability to lift minimum 25 pounds. **Application Documents** * Resume (required)* Cover Letter (optional)* Contact Information of at least two references (required)The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. When applying, the document(s) **MUST** be uploaded via the **My Experience** page, in the section titled **Application Documents** of the application.**Job Family**Research**Role Impact**Individual Contributor**Scheduled** **Weekly Hours**30**Drug Test Required**No**Health Screen Required**No**Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required**No**Pay Rate Type**Hourly **FLSA Status**Non-Exempt **Pay Range**$24.04 - $33.65The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.**Benefits Eligible**YesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.**Posting Statement**The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.