Research Specialist - Department of Pediatrics

UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS CHICAGO (UIC)

Hiring Department: Department of Pediatrics

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1028229

Posting Close Date: 12/20/2024

About the University of Illinois at 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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Position Summary

This position plays a key role in supporting the design, execution, and interpretation of research projects, particularly focusing on complex laboratory tasks and data collection for manuscript and grant submissions. Our research is centered on investigating the interactions between the microbiome and immune signaling in the pathogenesis of inflammatory diseases, with a specific focus on Gastroenterology and mucosal immunology. The position will directly assist the Principal Investigator in advancing this project by utilizing a range of technologies, including cell culture, molecular biology methodologies, genetic animal models and other cutting-edge NGS approaches.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Animal work, including breeding, genotyping, colony maintenance, and conducting animal models.
• Perform cellular and molecular biology experiments, such as cell culture, Western blotting, and qRT-PCR.
• Manage general lab operations, including tracking supplies, verifying invoices, and maintaining reagent and inventory records.
• Design and set up experiments based on protocols, assist with data analysis and interpretation.
• Participate in special projects as assigned by the Principal Investigator.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
• 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

• MS, MD or Ph.D. in biology or a related field.
• Expertise in animal handling and mouse colony maintenance is essential.
• Proficiency in molecular biology techniques and research methodologies.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

The budgeted salary range for this position is $35,568.00 - $43,888.00. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints.

Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits

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