RESEARCH TECHNOLOGIST 3, RHEUMATOLOGY

2 weeks ago

Chicago IL USA, United States Northwestern University Full time
Department: MED-Rheumatology

Salary/Grade: NEX/13

Job Summary:

Participates in design and execution of research lab projects. Conducts experimental tests and procedures and processes and analyzes data. Reviews and revises existing research methodologies and may develop new methodologies, mathematical and/or computer models for predicting data. May ensure overall lab compliance with all associated rules and regulations.

Specific Responsibilities:

* Following overall research objectives, independently designs, plans, conducts and troubleshoots experiments.
* Evaluates protocols and data obtained from groups of experiments and recommends changes to processes, procedures and techniques to improve quality and validity of results based upon overall project objectives.

Molecular Biology:

* DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression
* Southern, Northern, Western blotting
* PCR, RT-PCR

Cellular Biology:

* Cell culture, cell isolation
* Functional studies
* Transfection

Histology

* Microscopy

Immunology:

* Flow cytometry
* ELISA, Elispot assay
* Cytokine assay
* Antibody production and purification

Animal:

* Husbandry
* Breeding and screening transgenic mice
* Dissections
* Blood collection
* Surgical procedures
* Database management of colony

Administration

* Observes experiments, collects, records, summarizes, analyzes and interprets research data.
* Collates relevant mathematical results.
* Prepares complex tables reflecting relationships of multiple tests.
* Draws scientific conclusions.
* Writes portions of grant applications.
* Co-authors scientific papers.

Finance

* Negotiates purchases with vendors.
* Maintains and updates portions of grant budgets.
* Tracks and summarizes lab supply expenses.
* Verifies accuracy of invoices.
* Orders and/or maintains inventory of reagent, mice and/or lab supplies.

Supervision

* Trains and directs other lab EEs and/or students in research techniques and procedures.

Miscellaneous

Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

* Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 3 years' lab/bench or other relevant experience required; OR
* Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a master's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 1 year lab/bench or other relevant experience.

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

* Demonstrated laboratory experience.
* Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols.
* Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations.
* Attention to detail and accurate record keeping.
* Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
* Manual dexterity.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Three or more years of prior working experience.

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

* Skill/knowledge in experimental design, optimization, &/or trouble-shooting.
* Action oriented - Willing or likely to take practical action to deal with a problem or situation.
* Coachability - Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement.
* Collaboration - Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team.
* Collegiality - Helpful, respectful, approachable; builds strong working relationships and a positive work environment.
* Initiative - Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results and avoid problems.
* Meets deadlines - Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines.
* Multi-tasking - Demonstrates ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
* Organization - Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $22.52 to $31.67 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

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Benefits:

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Work-Life and Wellness:

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We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

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