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Visiting Research Specialist - McLachlan lab, Depa

at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Visiting Research Specialist - McLachlan lab, Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Hiring Department: Microbiology and Immunology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1018924
Posting Close Date: 6/6/23
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 Visiting Research Specialist will contribute to the delivery of research projects, including the design, execution, analysis and interpretation of experiments designed to better understand the regulation of hepatitis B virus (HBV) biosynthesis in transgenic mice and cell culture using standard protocols. Additionally, the Specialist will perform general laboratory management tasks.

Duties & Responsibilities

Research
Collaborate with the Principal Investigator and other researchers to design and develop research projects.
Conduct in vivo and in vitro experiments, including complex data collection, evaluation and interpretation.
Test, optimize and implement both new and existing methods, procedures and techniques.
Develop, write and maintain comprehensive laboratory protocols and records of experimental results.
Maintain mouse colonies (husbandry, genotyping and maintenance).
Aid in the preparation and implementation of general laboratory maintenance protocols (e.g. safety, training, waste management, animals).
Communication
Prepare results and assist in the writing of research findings for publications, papers, presentations, grants and other documents.
Assist the Principal Investigator in grant and manuscript submission.
Staff Management
Guide, train, advise and assist researchers and students on protocols and techniques as necessary.
Coordinate appropriate general laboratory training of research personnel to ensure compliance.
Provide oversight on record keeping for experimental protocols and results.


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 mouse handling and husbandry is highly valued, whereas basic molecular biology, biochemistry (e.g. western blotting, ELISA), and cell culture experience is beneficial. Basic competence with software for data analysis and presentation formats (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Prism, EndNote) is also required. Candidates should be methodical, and possess strong communication, organizational and record-keeping skills.


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 to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity 
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Job Posting: 10954148

Posted On: May 23, 2023

Updated On: Jun 08, 2023

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