Research Professional

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

The Kossiakoff Lab within the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Chicago conducts research to develop synthetic antibodies for basic and applied studies. The role involves cell biology work, collaboration in a team, and handling tumor samples for in vitro binding and cytotoxicity assays, with significant in vivo mouse studies.

Applicants should have a PhD in a related field and bench experience; the team emphasizes collaboration, publication, and grant

Qualifications

• PhD in a related field is required.
• Bench experience with cell-based assays and flow cytometry.
• Experience with tumor tissue sample analysis and in vivo mouse models is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs experiments and analyzes data for ongoing projects.
• Contributes to grant applications and scientific manuscripts; may co-author.
• Collaborates with academic and community partners on new research projects.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Skills

Bench experience with cell-based assay

Flow cytometry

In vivo mouse models

Peer-reviewed publications

Education

PhD in related field

Job description

About The Department

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology studies how biomolecules function and interact to drive the complex, diverse, and adaptive behaviors of living systems. Our focus is on biological mechanisms described at the atomic level. We are highly collaborative and often employ multiple approaches to address otherwise intractable questions. We have particular strengths in membrane proteins and RNA biochemistry and are pioneers in all areas of biophysics, structural biology, biochemistry, and protein engineering and design.

Department

BSD BMB - Kossiakoff Lab

About The Department

The Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology studies how biomolecules function and interact to drive the complex, diverse, and adaptive behaviors of living systems. Our focus is on biological mechanisms described at the atomic level. We are highly collaborative and often employ multiple approaches to address otherwise intractable questions. We have particular strengths in membrane proteins and RNA biochemistry and are pioneers in all areas of biophysics, structural biology, biochemistry, and protein engineering and design.

Job Summary

The Kossiakoff Lab focuses on developing technology to generate synthetic antibodies for basic and applied research. These synthetic antibodies are important for biotherapeutic drug discovery projects and for tools in structural biology applications. The Lab is highly interdisciplinary and requires team members to develop a range of technical skills, especially expertise in cell biology. There is also a need to work effectively in a team environment. The envisioned projects require working with tumor samples and performing in vitro antibody binding and cytotoxicity assays. A significant component of the work will require expertise in in vivo mouse studies.

Responsibilities

• Performs experiments and collects and analyzes data. Participates in the promotion of a research project.
• Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors/authors scientific research manuscripts. Provides peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts.
• Collaborates on development of new research projects with academic and community-based organizations.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Work Experience

Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Experience

• Bench experience with cell-based assays and flow cytometry.
• Tumor tissue sample analysis.
• In vivo mouse models of cancer.
• At least one peer-reviewed publication in a related field.

Preferred Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to maintain calm and courteous demeanor and to work productively despite heavy workload, competing priorities, complex problems, and tight deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills required. Ability to use appropriate resources to resolve an issue.
• Ability to follow an issue through to resolution.
• In vivo mouse study capability.
• In vivo animal imaging.
• Considerable skill in working both independently and as a team member.
• Ability to take initiative and organize and complete projects with minimal supervision.

Working Conditions

• Research Lab setting.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover letter (required)

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

$60,000.00 - $80,000.00

The 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

Yes

The 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.

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