Research Technologist 3

Northwestern University US; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated research lab technician to contribute to innovative projects in Obstetrics and Gynecology. This role involves designing and executing experiments, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with lab regulations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in molecular biology, histology, and animal handling. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team, enhance your research skills, and contribute to groundbreaking studies. If you are passionate about scientific research and eager to make a difference, this position offers a rewarding career path in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• BS in a basic science and 3 years experience or equivalent lab experience required.
• Experience in molecular biology and histology techniques is essential.

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts experiments, analyzes data, and recommends process improvements.
• Trains lab personnel and manages lab supplies and budgets.

Skills

Molecular Biology Techniques

Histology Techniques

Animal Handling

Database Management

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor's in Basic Science

Master's in Basic Science

Tools

PCR

Flow Cytometry

Microscopy

ELISA

Job description

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Department: MED-Obstetrics & Gynecology
Salary/Grade: NEX/13

Job Summary:

Participates in design and execution of research lab projects. Conducts experimental tests and procedures and processes and analyzes data. Reviews and revises existing research methodologies and may develop new methodologies, mathematical and/or computer models for predicting data. May ensure overall lab compliance with all associated rules and regulations.

Specific Responsibilities:

Following overall research objectives, independently designs, plans, conducts and troubleshoots experiments.

Evaluates protocols and data obtained from groups of experiments and recommends changes to processes, procedures and techniques to improve quality and validity of results based upon overall project objectives.

Molecular Biology:

• DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression
• Southern, Northern, Western blotting
• PCR, RT-PCR
• Plasmid preparation
• Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA
• Recombinant virus production and purification
• Cell culture, cell isolation
• Functional studies
• Transfection

Histology:

• Tissue fixation/processing: embedding, preparation of blocks and sectioning, staining
• Microscopy
• Flow cytometry
• ELISA, Elispot assay
• Cytokine assay
• Antibody production and purification

Animal:

• Breeding and screening transgenic mice
• Dissections
• Blood collection
• Surgical procedures
• Database management of colony

Administration:

• Observes experiments, collects, records, summarizes, analyzes and interprets research data.
• Collates relevant mathematical results.
• Prepares complex tables reflecting relationships of multiple tests.
• Draws scientific conclusions.
• Writes portions of grant applications.
• Co-authors scientific papers.

Finance:

• Negotiates purchases with vendors.
• Maintains and updates portions of grant budgets.
• Tracks and summarizes lab supply expenses.
• Verifies accuracy of invoices.
• Orders and/or maintains inventory of reagent, mice and/or lab supplies.

Supervision:

• Trains and directs other lab EEs and/or students in research techniques and procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS in a basic science and 3 years experience; or 5 years practical lab/bench experience; or an MS in a basic science and 1 year experience is required.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $28.99- $32.62 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.