Research Technician

uchicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Research Technician to support the Hematology/Oncology laboratory under the Szmulewitz Research Staff. You will collaborate with the PI, postdoctoral fellows, and lab manager to perform various in vitro and in vivo experiments, processing patient-derived material and contributing to reports and manuscripts.

Minimum qualifications include a college degree in a related field and <2 years of related experience; preferred candidates hold a Bachelor's in Biological Sciences and are comfortable with rodent work and basic computer tools (MS Office). This is an on-site, full-time position with a salary range of $50,000–$70,000.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• College experience with laboratory work and data handling.
• Experience working with lab protocols and data analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform in vitro and in vivo experiments under supervision of PI or senior staff.
• Culture cells, prepare samples, and conduct Western blot, RNA isolation, and qRT-PCR.
• Work with prostate cancer cell lines and animal models as part of studies.
• Collect patient-derived material and assist with data collection and reporting.
• Maintain laboratory support and assist with reports and manuscripts.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences

College degree in related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Department

BSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Szmulewitz Research Staff

About the Department

The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies.

Job Summary

The Research Technician will be tasked with broadly supporting the laboratory through close collaboration with the PI, postdoctoral fellows, graduate student(s) and laboratory manager within the Section of Hematology/Oncology in the Department of Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Work with prostate cancer cell lines and animal models and, under the supervision of PI or postdoctoral fellow, will carry out various in vitro and in vivo experiments.
• Collect and process patient derived material for downstream analysis.
• Cell culture and in vitro experiments including, but not limited to, Western immunoblot, RNA isolation and qRT-PCR, cell line transfection and infection, proliferation assays.
• Work with others in the lab on in vivo tumor progression studies.
• Collect and process patient blood or tissues and extracting cancer cells for analysis.
• 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: Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
• Experience: Relevant research experience.
• Preferred Competencies: Willingness to work with rodents.
• Preferred Competencies: Basic computer skills (including Microsoft Office).
• Preferred Competencies: Knowledge of research techniques and methods.
• Preferred Competencies: Ability to work with little direct oversight.
• Preferred Competencies: Ability to work within a larger research team.
• Preferred Competencies: Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills.

Application Documents

• Resume (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

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00

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.

Posting Statement

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