Research Technologist III — Molecular & Cellular Lab Lead

Northwestern University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition benefits

Retirement savings options

Paid time off

Job summary

Northwestern University is seeking a research professional to participate in the design and execution of lab projects in the MED-Nephrology department. You will conduct experimental tests, analyze data, and contribute to developing methodologies and grant applications.

The role involves cellular, molecular, histology, and animal techniques, with responsibilities spanning data collection, protocol evaluation, and collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Requires a full 4-year degree in a scientific major or related field, with 3 years of relevant lab/bench experience; or a master's degree with 1 year of relevant experience.
• Strong ability to design, execute and troubleshoot experiments, analyze data, and contribute to grant writing and publications.

Responsibilities

• Designs, plans, conducts and troubleshoots experiments.
• Evaluates protocols and data to improve quality and validity of results.
• Maintains and analyzes lab data, prepares complex tables, and draws conclusions.
• Trains and directs junior staff and students in research techniques.
• negotiates purchases, tracks budgets, and maintains inventory of lab supplies.

Skills

Action oriented

Coachability

Collaboration

Initiative

Meets deadlines

Multi-tasking

Organization

Education

Bachelor's or higher in a scientific major

Master's or higher in a scientific major

Job description

Northwestern University is seeking a research professional to participate in the design and execution of lab projects in the MED-Nephrology department. You will conduct experimental tests, analyze data, and contribute to developing methodologies and grant applications.

The role involves cellular, molecular, histology, and animal techniques, with responsibilities spanning data collection, protocol evaluation, and collaboration across teams.