at University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
DepartmentBSD MED - Hematology and Oncology - Patnaik Research Staff
About the Department
The Section of Hematology/Oncology has a proud and long tradition of excellence in research-based patient care and clinical discovery. Ranked among the finest cancer programs in the country, the Section is comprised of nationally and internationally known faculty with expertise in all major types of malignancies, blood disorders, and experimental therapies.
Job Summary
The Section of Hematology/Oncology is looking for a Research Technician to work within the Patnaik Lab in the Department of Medicine.
Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, the Research Technician performs moderately complex lab and/or research-related duties and tasks.
- Maintains and orders equipment and supplies.
- Helps monitor compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates.
- May orient or coordinate the work of research support staff and students.
- Responsibilities may include the following non-laboratory duties: assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support.
- Responsibilities may include the following laboratory duties: setting up and performing experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
- Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
- Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
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Work Experience:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Biological Sciences or related field.
Experience:
- Relevant research experience.
Preferred Competencies
- Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
- Knowledge of research techniques or methods.
- Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
- Analytical skills.
- Problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Organizational skills.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Frequency
Biweekly
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
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