Research Technician - DMithal Lab

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading children's hospital as a Research Technologist II, focusing on mitochondrial diseases. Engage in hands-on research, prepare tissue samples, and assist in groundbreaking studies. Ideal for candidates looking to advance in medical fields with opportunities for authorship and presentations.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Tuition assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with diverse groups of people.
• Working knowledge of computers and ability to troubleshoot.

Responsibilities

• Support scientific research and conduct basic experiments.
• Maintain detailed records and analyze data.
• Prepare charts and graphs for presentations.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

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Mitochondrial Metabolism, Neuroscience, Mitochondrial Disease, NeuroGenetics, NeuroCritical Care

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Job Description

Primary mitochondrial diseases are caused by a genetic deficiency that impairs mitochondrial metabolism. Symptoms often involve the nervous system, but how abnormal mitochondrial metabolism causes neurologic dysfunction is not fully understood. I both take care of children with mitochondrial disease at Lurie Children’s hospital and do research on these disorders in my lab with the goal of advancing their care. Projects in the lab are focused on elucidating and treating pathogenic mechanisms by leveraging advanced techniques in mitochondrial biology and neuroscience. Main functions will include preparing tissue for histology, mitochondrial metabolism assays, culturing neurons in sterile conditions delivery of gene-replacement therapies, and managing transgenic mouse colony (breeding, genotyping). Molecular biology, cell biology, and behavioral analysis have all been built into grant-funded programs as well. There will be opportunities to present data at local symposiums and have authorship on manuscripts. Prior technicians in the lab have a very strong track record of attending medical school (MD/DO) or graduate PhD programs. Metabolism-focused work will take place in conjunction with Dr. Navdeep Chandel’s lab.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support scientific research, analysis, and experimentation by performing various laboratory tasks. Following protocols, designs and sets-up and conducts basic experiments.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots protocols and data obtained from individual experiments and recommends alternatives and suggestions to improved processes, validity and accuracy.
• Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting and entering data. Manipulates, interprest and/or presents results.
• Prepares charts and graphs for presentations and publications.
• Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.
• Completes portions of grant applications, manuscripts and publications.
• Tracks and summarizes lab supply expenses. Verifies accuracy of invoices. Orders and maintains inventory of reagent, mice and/or lab supplies.
• Calibrate and validate laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and precision in testing. Record and analyze data and report findings to senior laboratory staff.
• Maintain an organized and well-stocked laboratory by managing supplies, reagents, and equipment inventory. Place orders for necessary materials.
• Other job functions as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working with diverse groups of people.
• Working knowledge of computers, ability to troubleshoot, work independently, and function as a team member is essential. Therefore, experience in regular interaction with outside groups is highly desirable.
• Excellent command of the English language and the ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong organizational skills including the ability to establish priorities, react promptly to a large variety of requests, and the ability to keep the workplace clean and organized.

Education

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions.In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentivesfor select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
• Tuition assistance
• Student loan servicing and support
• Backup Childcare and Eldercare
• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

Lurie Children’s and its affiliatesare equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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