Research Technician — Molecular Development & Data Analysis

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

Job summary

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago seeks a basic technical support specialist for research projects in the Schmidt-Ott Lab. The role involves collecting experimental data on gene interactions, maintaining midge cultures, and assisting with data analysis and preparation of reports and manuscripts.

Responsibilities include documentation, routine lab duties under supervision, and collaboration with the research team to support ongoing studies in developmental biology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the research being conducted.
• Undergraduate research experience in molecular developmental biology, microscopy, and bioinformatic data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Collects and documents experimental data on gene interactions in Chironomus embryos.
• Maintains Chironomus cultures.
• Collects and enters data; assists in data analysis and in preparing reports and manuscripts.
• Performs routine laboratory duties under direct supervision.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to molecular developmental biology

Undergraduate research experience

Job description

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago seeks a basic technical support specialist for research projects in the Schmidt-Ott Lab. The role involves collecting experimental data on gene interactions, maintaining midge cultures, and assisting with data analysis and preparation of reports and manuscripts.

Responsibilities include documentation, routine lab duties under supervision, and collaboration with the research team to support ongoing studies in developmental biology.