at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Opening Id: 50245
Department: WCAS Neurobiology
Salary/Grade: NEX/9
Job Summary:
Conducts tests and procedures; sets up and operates equipment; records observations and measurements and collects and compiles data in a research lab; requires a practical understanding of a limited number of standard scientific techniques. Research technician for systems neuroscience laboratory. Will assist with: equipment set up and device assembly, data collection and analysis, rodent surgery and animal preparation, basic device fabrication (3D printing, laser cutting, basic electronics). Will order and maintain lab supplies. Will maintain mouse colony. Requires some prior laboratory experience and familiarity with computer programming (Matlab, Python).
This will be a 1-year renewable position based upon performance and funding availability. This position is a FULL-TIME position at 40.0 hours per week and works on-site. The anticipated start date for this position is September 3, 2024, (or a later date, to be determined between the candidate and supervisor).
Specific Responsibilities:
- Follows pre-defined protocols, policies, procedure, regulations, Good Clinical
- Sets-up, operates and maintains standard lab equipment.
- Using an entry level of skill, completes the following activities
Molecular Biology:
- DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression
- Southern, Northern, Western blotting
- PCR, RT-PCR
- Plasmid preparation
- Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA
- Recombinant virus production and purification
Immunology:
- Flow cytometry ELISA, Elispot assay
