at University of Illinois in Urbana, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Visiting Research Specialist - Roy J. Carver Biotechnology CenterImmigration sponsorship is not available for this position.
The Roy J. Carver Biotechnology Center (CBC) is one of the nation's leading core research facilities supporting discovery and innovation in the biomedical and life sciences. With a unique set of instrumentation and services supporting genomics, proteomics, metabolomics, bioinformatics, flow cytometry and translational medical research, the CBC team works with investigators at UIUC, across the nation, and around the world.
Job Summary
The CBC is seeking a Visiting Research Specialist to complement services on genome sequencing, gene expression and microbial profiling, and use of specialized laboratory equipment such as automated sample preparation equipment.
Duties & Responsibilities
Laboratory support:
• Prepare RNA and DNA samples for gene expression protocols, genome sequencing, metagenomic profiling, and nucleic acid quality checks.
• Develop, effectively use, and revise established laboratory protocols necessary to successfully construct libraries for sequencing with next-generation sequencing instrumentation.
• Collaborate with facility users on instrument loading, data interpretation, create experiment reports, and quality control summaries.
Administrative and other facility support:
• Maintain equipment, troubleshoot, and setup repair as needed.
• Maintain inventory of reagents as needed and perform other duties as assigned.
• Collaborate with other facility personnel with sample and library quality control and construction as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. degree in life sciences, bioengineering or related field.
- At least one year of hands on wet laboratory experience with competent multichannel pipetting skills and laboratory automation. This includes applicable laboratory research experience in small volume assays, PCR, handling nucleic acids and robotic automation.
- Experience with next generation sequencing library construction and/or sequencing techniques.
- Ability to work independently.
- Effective communication, organizational, team, and personal relations skills.
- Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in a professional demeanor in a diverse and fast-paced work environment consisting of changing priorities with attention to detail.
This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 5/16/2024. Salary is commensurate with experience.
Application Procedures & Deadline Information
Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on May 27, 2024. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting and upload a cover letter, resume/CV, and names/contact information (including phone number and email address) for three professional references. Applications not submitted through https://go.illinois.edu/VisitingResearchSpecialist-CBC will not be considered. For further information about this specific position, please contact Leslie Lewin Reinhart (lewin@illinois.edu). For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.
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 .
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal , or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu .
Requisition ID: 1024551
Job Category: Research
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu
