Research Technologist I - Molecular & Cellular Lab

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 49,428,000 - 63,301,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Parental leave

Tuition benefits

Pre-tax and flex spending accounts

Retirement savings options

Wellness programs

Job summary

Northwestern University's MED-Cell & Developmental Biology department seeks a Laboratory Technician to support research projects in Chicago. You will perform molecular biology, cellular biology, histology, immunology and animal studies, and help ensure accurate data collection.

Responsibilities include DNA/RNA/protein isolation, PCR, cloning, cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISA, tissue processing and inventory management.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent with some basic science coursework is required.

Responsibilities

• Molecular biology tasks: DNA/RNA/protein isolation, purification, expression, blotting.
• PCR and RT-PCR; plasmid preparation; cloning, mapping, sequencing.
• Recombinant virus production and purification.
• Cell culture, cell isolation, functional studies, transfection.
• Histology: tissue fixation/processing, embedding, sectioning, staining.
• Immunology: flow cytometry; ELISA/Elispot; cytokine assays; antibody production.
• Animal work: husbandry, breeding, dissections, blood collection, surgical procedures; data entry and records.
• Data entry and lab records; inventory of reagents and mice.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Northwestern University's MED-Cell & Developmental Biology department seeks a Laboratory Technician to support research projects in Chicago. You will perform molecular biology, cellular biology, histology, immunology and animal studies, and help ensure accurate data collection.

Responsibilities include DNA/RNA/protein isolation, PCR, cloning, cell culture, flow cytometry, ELISA, tissue processing and inventory management.