Senior Epigenomics & Neuroscience Research Analyst

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago is seeking a Research Professional, Sr. Analyst to support routine scientific research projects in a neuroscience lab. The role ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal policies, analyzes solutions, and helps draft presentations and manuscripts under grant funding.

The London Lab investigates how early experience shapes neural development, with focus on epigenomic regulation, learning, and behavior, under the direction of the principal investigator.

Qualifications

• PhD in neuroscience, molecular biology, or related disciplines.
• Postdoctoral training in neuroscience, molecular biology, or related disciplines.
• At least four years’ experience in molecular biology, genomics and/or epigenomics, and NGS methods.
• Expertise in behavioral analysis, microscopy, genomics, anatomical methods, or physiology.
• Expertise with non-rodent systems in neuroethologically-relevant research.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects that test neural mechanisms using behavior and molecular data.
• Collect data and perform analysis; contribute scientific information to projects.
• Review laboratory protocols and train on new techniques; manage complex data sets.
• Lead scientific writing and publications, including reports, manuscripts and grants.
• Train new laboratory personnel.
• Maintain technical and administrative support for neuroscience projects.

Skills

Regulatory knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Education

PhD in neuroscience

Postdoctoral training in neuroscience

Job description

The University of Chicago is seeking a Research Professional, Sr. Analyst to support routine scientific research projects in a neuroscience lab. The role ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal policies, analyzes solutions, and helps draft presentations and manuscripts under grant funding.

The London Lab investigates how early experience shapes neural development, with focus on epigenomic regulation, learning, and behavior, under the direction of the principal investigator.