Research Technician – JR27804-3800

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BSD MIC – Missiakas Lab

About the Department

Members of the Department of Microbiology at the University of Chicago
(microbiology.uchicago.edu) investigate the basic principles of
microbial interactions with their hosts. Research topics include the
study of viral and bacterial pathogens to better understand disease
outcomes and improve therapies. Members of the Department also
investigate the contribution of the microbiome in maintaining health and
preventing disease, and to derive novel therapies. This at-will position
is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is
renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment
will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and
satisfactory job performance.

Job Summary

The Research Technician provides technical support in scientific
research projects; this position is responsible for providing assistance
on experiments, executing basic experiments, maintaining a daily
notebook of research activity, writing reports to summarize data, and
presenting research data.

Responsibilities

– Perform basic cell and molecular biology experiments including
growing bacterial and mammalian cultures, cloning, as well as
performing genetic manipulations, microscopy, biochemistry, and
purification of proteins under supervision.
– Collaborate and communicate with other laboratory members.
– Write concise research notes and reports under supervision.
– This job provides technical and administrative support in a
laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques,
research and analysis under direction.
– Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting
data in support of research projects under direct supervision.
– Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with
preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
– Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies,
procedures, directives, and mandates.
– Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the
equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a
four-year degree).

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

– Bachelors Degree in Science or studying towards getting a
Bachelors Degree.

Preferred Competencies

– Analytical skills.

Working Conditions

– Wet laboratory and animal laboratory.

Application Documents

– Resume (required)
– Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My
Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of
the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency

Biweekly

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

34

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

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application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via
Applicant Inquiry Form.

We seek a diverse pool of applicants who wish to join an academic
community that places the highest value on rigorous inquiry and
encourages a diversity of perspectives, experiences, groups of
individuals, and ideas to inform and stimulate intellectual challenge,
engagement, and exchange.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that
includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not
automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University
considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses
the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the
proximity in time of th