Research Specialist

2 months ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States University of Chicago (UC) Full time


Details

Posted: 13-Jan-24

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research – Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: JR24992

Location: Chicago, IL

Job Description:

  • 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.
  • May assist recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Is developing skills in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
  • Performs other related work as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a Biological Sciences or a related field.

Experience:

  • Demonstrates technical excellence in cell culture.
  • Experience with molecular biology techniques.
  • Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
  • Knowledge and comfort working with Microsoft Office.

â‹Preferred Competencies

  • Quick learner with exceptional responsibility and organizational skills.
  • Ability to train others.
  • Problem-solving skills.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions

  • Lab Environment.

Application Documents

  • Resume (required)
  • Cover Letter (preferred)

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