Senior Microbiome Research Technician

Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Chicago’s Section of Gastroenterology is seeking a Senior Research Technician with a strong background in biochemistry, biology, or microbiology to join our interdisciplinary team. You will design and perform experiments to study gut microbiome function and host-microbiome interactions, including metagenomic sequencing and cell culture work.

In this role you will support ongoing studies, assist with lab management, training, and cross-team collaborations while maintaining

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field as a minimum.
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Responsibilities

• Prepares DNA libraries for metagenomic sequencing and coordinates downstream bioinformatic processing.
• Prepares host cells for a variety of cell culture techniques, and aids in in vitro experiments.
• Manages Gnotobiotic mice and experiments.
• Manages laboratory operations, supply ordering, and cross-team collaborations.
• Records findings and maintains laboratory notebook and internal LIMS.
• Performs basic lab techniques including media prep, buffers, pipetting, PCR, immunoblots, and microscopy.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Verbal & written communication

Teamwork

Time management

Adaptability

Independent work

Education

Advanced degree in biochemistry, biology, or microbiology

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Tools

PCR

Western blotting

Microscopy

DNA/RNA extraction

Cell culture techniques

Gnotobiotic handling

Job description

The University of Chicago’s Section of Gastroenterology is seeking a Senior Research Technician with a strong background in biochemistry, biology, or microbiology to join our interdisciplinary team. You will design and perform experiments to study gut microbiome function and host-microbiome interactions, including metagenomic sequencing and cell culture work.

In this role you will support ongoing studies, assist with lab management, training, and cross-team collaborations while maintaining