Research Technician
University of Chicago
Department
BSD CCC - Cancer Research Lab
About the Department
UCCCC has one of the largest cancer clinical trials programs in the country and in the Chicago area, with nearly 500 adult and pediatric therapeutic trials actively accruing patients. Many of these studies are investigator-initiated, including Phase I or I/II trials, demonstrating UCCCC's commitment to translating basic research findings to the clinic through proof-of-principle and early-phase studies. UCCCC opens over 250 new trials each year and accrues approximately 900 participants to therapeutic trials each year.
Job Summary
The successful candidate will work in a dynamic and growing environment as part of the gynecologic cancer research group on the 10th floor of the Knapp Center for Biological Discovery, which has the best views of Lake Michigan on campus. The 10th-floor lab environment includes monthly socials to meet technicians and researchers in other labs. This is an opportunity for you to join a leading gynecological cancer research team that is making strides in the fight against cancer.
Responsibilities
- Provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment, performing basic laboratory techniques and analysis under direction.
- Acquires and maintains competency in routine techniques, including but not limited to Western blotting, qPCR, immunohistochemistry, and immunofluorescence.
- Assists with laboratory operations, including ordering and general maintenance of equipment and supplies.
- Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting data in support of research projects under direct supervision.
- Collects and enters data. Assists in the analysis of data and with the preparation of reports, manuscripts, and other documents.
- Complies with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
- Some weekend hours required.
- Provides technical and administrative support for a research project.
- Collects and enters data. Assists in analyzing data. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
- Assists with the installation, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
- 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).
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in molecular biology, biochemistry, biology, or other related fields.
Experience:
- Previous experience in a laboratory setting.
- Performing cell culture.
- Mouse handling, tissue harvest, and analysis.
- Performing and analyzing functional assays such as cell culture, Western blotting, qPCR, or immunofluorescence.
- Performing and analyzing molecular biology assays.
Preferred Competencies
- Communicate and comprehend written and oral directions.
- Honesty, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
- Attention to detail.
- Multitasking skills.
- Understand responsibilities, workflow, and experiments.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
Working Conditions
- Navigate the UChicago Campus.
- Onsite schedule.
- Some weekend hours.
Application Documents
- Resume/CV (required)
- Cover Letter (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Posting Statement
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