Research, Technical Assistant

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Health benefits

Job summary

BSD OBA -Shubin Lab at the University of Chicago seeks a basic technical support specialist for scientific research projects within a compliant lab environment. The role involves routine animal care, daily operations oversight, and assistance with molecular biology and imaging tasks.

Minimum qualifications include vocational training or equivalent experience (four-year degree not required) and <2 years in a related field. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent is preferred, with emphasis on molecular/cellular biology and independent work habits.

Qualifications

• Vocational training or equivalent experience; a four-year degree is not required.
• <2 years of work experience in a related field is typical.
• Experience in a molecular, cellular or developmental biology laboratory is preferred.
• Ability to follow protocols and troubleshoot as needed.
• Commitment to lab safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Routine animal care maintenance.
• Oversee daily operations, quality control and resource coordination for a safe, efficient lab environment.
• Molecular biological assistance.
• Assist with technical imaging.
• Provide technical and administrative support in a laboratory setting performing basic techniques and analysis.
• Comply with institutional, state and federal policies and mandates.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Skills

Molecular biology

Imaging basics

Lab safety

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

About The Department

BSD OBA -Shubin Lab

The Department of Organismal Biology and Anatomy (OBA) at the University of Chicago focuses on integrative biology, exploring the structure, function, development, and evolution of organisms through diverse research and educational programs.

Job Summary

The job provides basic technical support activities related to scientific research projects. Complies with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.

Responsibilities

• Routine animal care maintenance.
• Assists with daily operational oversight, quality control and resource coordination to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant lab environment.
• Molecular Biological Assistance.
• Assists with technical imaging.
• This job provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research and analysis under direction.
• Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

Work Experience

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

Preferred Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Experience

• Research experience working in a molecular, cellular or developmental biology laboratory.
• Experience with basic imaging modalities.
• Ability to follow protocols and troubleshoot, when necessary.

Preferred Competencies

• Demonstrated capacity to work independently in an organized, detailed manner while maintaining a collaborative team environment.

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift at least 20 pounds.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover letter (preferred)
• Contact Information of at least two references (required)

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Range

$19.23 - $26.44

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

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