Research, Technical Assistant

The University Of Chicago; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a laboratory support professional for the BSD OBA - Shubin Lab. This role provides basic technical support for scientific projects and helps ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory policies.

You may assist in drafting presentations on research findings. Responsibilities include routine animal care, quality control, and coordination of lab resources, along with molecular biology assistance and imaging support as needed.

Qualifications

• Vocational training or apprenticeship or equivalent experience in related field.
• <2 years of work experience in related job discipline.
• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent in related field.

Responsibilities

• Routine animal care maintenance.
• Assist with daily operational oversight, quality control and resource coordination to ensure a safe, efficient lab environment.
• Provide Molecular Biological assistance.
• Assist with technical imaging.

Education

Vocational training or apprenticeship

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Department BSD OBA - Shubin Lab

About the Department

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

• Education: 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.
• Certifications: ---

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.

Pay Rate

Pay Range $19.23 - $26.44

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible Yes

Diversity and Inclusion

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About the University

The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to free and open inquiry draws inspired scholars to our global campuses, where ideas are born that challenge and change the world. We empower individuals to challenge conventional thinking in pursuit of original ideas. Students in the College develop critical, analytic, and writing skills in our rigorous, interdisciplinary core curriculum. Through graduate programs, students test their ideas with UChicago scholars, and become the next generation of leaders in academia, industry, nonprofits, and government.

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