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LocationEvanston, Illinois
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Department: WCAS Molecular Biosciences
Salary/Grade: NEX/11
Job Summary:
Conducts experimental research lab work and/or assists in design of one or more specific phase(s) of entire project(s).May complete mathematical calculations, and/or computer tasks and/or assist in judging validity of data.Follows appropriate protocols, policies, procedures, regulations, Good Clinical and Good Laboratory Practices.
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.
Target hiring range for this position will be between $19.31 - $27.16 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data..
Specific Responsibilities:
*Following protocols, designs, sets-up and conducts basic experiments.
*Analyzes and troubleshoots protocols and data obtained from individual experiments and recommends alternatives and suggestions to improve processes, validity and/or accuracy.
Molecular Biology:
*DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expressionSouthern, Northern, Western blotting
*PCR, RT-PCR
*Plasmid preparation
*Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA
*Recombinant virus production and purification
Cellular Biology:
*Cell culture, cell isolation
*Functional studies
*Transfection
Histology:
*Tissue fixation/processing: embedding, preparation of blocks and sectioning, staining
*Immunohistochemistry
*MicroscopyImmunology:
*Flow cytometry
*ELISA, Elispot assay
*Cytokine assay
*Antibody production and purification
Animal:
*Husbandry
*Breedingand screening transgenic mice
*Dissections
*Blood collection
*Surgical procedures
*Database management of colony
Other (please specify):
*Engineering Bacteria Strains
Administration
*Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data.
*Manipulates, interprets &/or presents results.
*Prepares charts & graphs for presentations & publications.
*Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.
*Completes portions of manuscripts & publications.
Finance
*Tracks & summarizes lab supply expenses.
*Verifies accuracy of invoices.
*Orders &/or maintains inventory of reagent, mice &/or lab supplies.
Supervises
*Trains students.
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
*Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
*Demonstrated laboratory experience;
*Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols;
*Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations;
*Attention to detail and accurate record keeping;
*Ability to work independently and in a team environment;
*Manual dexterity.
Preferred Qualifications:
*Experience with routine molecular biology techniques
*Basic microbial culture
*Strong organizational skills and detail-oriented
*Good computer skills including an ability to use Microsoft Excel for data entry and analysis
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
*Demonstrated lab experience in mammalian cell culture and lentivirus generation
*Experience with molecular cloning (Gibson, Golden gate, PCR etc)
*Basic microscopy experience
*Microfluidics experience
Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.
Work-Life and Wellness:
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life's challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development:
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you're interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal... For full info follow application link.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.
