Research Specialist
1 month ago
Hiring Department: Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1024791
Posting Close Date: May 22, 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
This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret research projects. Performs complex laboratory and data collection techniques. Additionally, the position will require the performance of complex laboratory and data collection techniques.
TheLaboratory of Dr. Mark McCauley in the Department of Medicine at the Universityof Illinois Chicago is seeking to hire a Research Specialist who willcontribute to the design and delivery of translational research in the area ofCardiology and Cardiovascular Science.
Duties & Responsibilities
Collaborate with Principal 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.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.Guide, train and advise lower level researchers and students on techniques, methods and procedures.Perform molecular biology experiments including: Western blot, co-immunoprecipitation, PCR, microscopy, immunohistochemistry.Cell culture and viral transfection techniques.Perform physiology experiments in mice including: blood pressure measurements, treadmill exercise experiments, ECG, and ultrasound echocardiography.Animal husbandry for small animals (mice) and routine care of large animals (sheep).Maintains detailed records of experiments and laboratory management protocols.Submitting research protocols to animal care committee.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
Experience in the areas of Cardiology, Heart Failure, or Arrhythmias are preferred.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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