at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Grad Hourly - Research Assistant
Grad Hourly - Research Assistant
Hiring Department: Obstetrics and Gynecology
Location: Chicago
Requisition ID: 1025444
Posting Close Date: 5/24/24
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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
This position assists the Principal Investigator in conducting research focused on issues relevant to perinatal medicine, especially those related to elucidating mechanisms of preterm birth, innate immunity, infectious/inflammatory processes, and preeclampsia. An applicant should be willing to act as an integral part of a team and be able to perform advanced animal husbandry and cell culture related activities.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Perform complex techniques or procedures to conduct research experiments with molecular biology techniques such as: a) PCR, Immunohistochemistry, b) Western blotting, c) Immunoprecipitation , d) RNA/DNA extraction , e) ELISA
Responsible for animal colony breeding, expansion and maintenance for the research projects. Keep records for animal numbers and procedures in accordance with approved protocols.
Assist the Principal Investigators and laboratory manager in maintenance of records for publication, good laboratory practices with respect to laboratory supplies and equipment, record keeping and regulatory requirements.
Conduct basic research activities in accordance with protocols approved by the Principal Investigators. Perform critical review of the current literature. Such activities will involve the use of laboratory animals including mice, rats and guinea pigs and that of primary and immortalized human cell lines.
Monitor and maintain an appropriate quality control program consistent with institutional guidelines and/or regulations.
Assist MFM fellows and other students on their research projects.
Orders and maintain laboratory supplies and equipment. Performs other related duties as assigned.
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:
Coursework in anatomy, physiology, statistics, and relevant research methods desired.
Knowledge of working with animals such as mice, rata, and guinea pigs, and that of primary and immortalized human cell lines.
Preferred skills: Western blotting, PCR, ELISA, immunohistochemistry, immunoprecipitation, RNA/DNA extraction.
Ability to work with a team of professional researchers, principal investigators, and learners such as fellows/residents/medical students in conducting research.
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