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Visiting Research Specialist

4 months ago


Chicago, United States University of Illinois at Chicago Full time

Visiting Research Specialist - Wang Lab

Hiring Department: Pharmacology and Regenerative Medicine

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1024269

Posting Close Date:6/30/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Position Summary

The researcher will study RNA expression regulation, especially focusing on dysregulated genes in cancer development and progression. We are particularly interested in combining bioinformatics, high-throughput multi-omics approaches such as RNA-seq, CRISPR screening, single cell sequencing, spatial transcriptomics, as well as standard molecular biology techniques to characterize gene expression regulation at the molecular and cellular levels. Moreover, our lab is also interested in using RNA expression profiles as molecular biomarkers for disease diagnosis and prognosis.

Duties & Responsibilities

Research Collaborate with Principle Investigator and researchers to develop objectives and design of research projects and proposals. Formulate and conduct scientific experiments and analyses. Performs complex data collection and laboratory techniques. Analyze and evaluate test and research results. Replicate, refine and add new research approaches based on project needs. Test, customize and implement new methods, procedures and techniques. Develop and write advanced, comprehensive experimental protocols. Monitor project developments on an ongoing basis. Propose and implement changes as needed. Communication Contribute material, prepare results and assist in the writing of research findings for publications, papers, presentations, grants, and other documents for publication. Assist principal investigator in grant and manuscript submission. Staff Management Guide, train and advise lower level researchers and students on techniques, methods and procedures. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in science or related field required. Master's degree in science preferred.

A minimum of 3 years related research experience.

Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods.

Proficient in specific lab research techniques.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of molecular biology, cell biology, genetics or related fields. Prior experience in molecular and cell biology. Experience in genomics or bioinformatics is also a plus.

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