Research Technologist II - Molecular & Cellular Lab

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Tuition benefits for employee and/or 2

Pre-tax and flex spending accounts

Job summary

Northwestern University invites applications for a laboratory-based research position focused on hematology/oncology. The role involves conducting experimental lab work, assisting in multi-phase project design, and performing data analysis to support good clinical and laboratory practices.

Responsibilities span molecular biology, cell biology, histology, immunology, and animal husbandry, with emphasis on accurate record-keeping and protocol compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific major or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols.
• Proficiency with basic computer tools, including spreadsheets and basic computations.
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

• DNA, RNA, protein isolation, purification and expression.
• PCR, RT-PCR.
• Plasmid preparation.
• Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA.
• Recombinant virus production and purification.
• Cell culture, cell isolation.
• Functional studies.
• Transfection.
• Tissue fixation/processing, embedding, sectioning, staining.
• Immunohistochemistry.
• Flow cytometry.
• ELISA, Elispot assay.
• Cytokine assay.
• Antibody production and purification.
• Husbandry, breeding and screening transgenic mice.
• Dissections.
• Blood collection.
• Surgical procedures.
• Database management of colony.
• Maintains detailed records of results and data entry.
• Manipulates, interprets and presents results.
• Prepares charts and graphs for presentations and publications.
• Performs scientific literature searches and supports grant applications, manuscripts and publications.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Follow detailed instructions

Computer skills

Attention to detail

Team work

Manual dexterity

Education

Bachelor's degree in a scientific field

Tools

Excel

Job description

Northwestern University invites applications for a laboratory-based research position focused on hematology/oncology. The role involves conducting experimental lab work, assisting in multi-phase project design, and performing data analysis to support good clinical and laboratory practices.

Responsibilities span molecular biology, cell biology, histology, immunology, and animal husbandry, with emphasis on accurate record-keeping and protocol compliance.