Research Assistant-OBGYN

Endeavor Health; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift pay

Incentive pay

Annual increases

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL is seeking a Research Assistant-OBGYN to support the department’s research initiatives. The role focuses on in vivo and in vitro studies, including vitamin D and progestogens in ovarian cancer prevention, under supervision of the Research Scientist.

The position involves data collection, literature reviews, and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary team to advance patient care and healthcare knowledge in a hospital research setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience in a research setting preferred (university/industry/healthcare hospital lab).
• Strong ability to follow protocols and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Research Scientist and team to design and conduct lab experiments.
• Train lab members in basic science techniques.
• Collect, record, and analyze data using established lab methods (e.g., cell culture, PCR) and protocols.
• Perform literature reviews to support study design and grant prep.
• Prepare and maintain reagents, tissue samples, and specimens with proper labeling and storage.
• Maintain organized research records and ensure data confidentiality.
• Prepare, maintain, and troubleshoot lab equipment for accuracy and safety.
• Procure lab supplies and track expenses using a spreadsheet.
• Participate in team meetings and stay informed on relevant field developments.

Skills

PCR

Cell culture

Western blotting

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

PCR

Cell culture

Western blotting

Job description

Hourly Pay Range

$18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights

• Position: Research Assistant-OBGYN
• Location: Evanston, IL
• Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday [8am-4:30pm]

A Brief Overview

The Research Assistant plays a key role in supporting and contributing to research initiatives within the hospital’s OBGYN Research Department. This position offers the opportunity to participate in innovative medical research projects that may significantly impact patient care and advance healthcare knowledge. Current research projects include in vivo and in vitro studies investigating the role of vitamin D and progestogens in ovarian cancer prevention.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate closely with the Research Scientist and other team members to plan, design, and conduct laboratory experiments.
• Train lab members in basic science laboratory techniques.
• Collect, record, and analyze research data using established laboratory techniques and protocols (e.g., cell culture, Western blotting, PCR; in vivo animal studies conducted in accordance with institutional and humane care guidelines).
• Conduct literature reviews to support research design, protocol development, grant applications, and manuscript preparation.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory materials such as reagents, tissue samples, and specimens, ensuring proper labeling, storage, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organized research records, including electronic and paper files, while ensuring data confidentiality and security.
• Prepare, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functionality and cleanliness.
• Procure laboratory supplies and materials as needed and maintain a spreadsheet tracking lab expenses.
• Participate in research team meetings, contribute to discussions, and stay informed about emerging developments in the field.

What You Will Need

• Education: Bachelor’s degree
• Experience: Previous experience in a research setting is preferred, ideally in a university, industry, healthcare, or hospital research laboratory.

Benefits (For Full Time Or Part Time Positions)

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance