at University of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
DepartmentBSD PED - Hematology, Oncology, and Stem Cell Transplantation
About the Department
The Section of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology provides care for patients and families with acute and chronic medical conditions, or other hematologic diseases, requiring the specialty knowledge and skills of Hematology, Oncology and Stem Cell Transplantation.
Job Summary
The Research Specialist 1 will be involved in a cutting-edge basic and translational cancer research program that utilizes techniques related to genetics, cancer biology, and cellular biology. The specialist will be involved in projects that utilize cellular culture models and next-generation sequencing that carry a high potential to ultimately advance cancer care. The day-to-day work will involve techniques related to tissue culture and sample processing in close collaboration with a group of dedicated colleagues.
Responsibilities
- Tissue culture.
- Maintenance of cell cultures, including adherent and suspension cells, transfections, and CRISPR-edited cell cultures.
- Help maintain stock solutions, and order new supplies.
- Basic bioinformatics pipelines, with an emphasis on next-generation sequencing techniques.
- Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts, and other documents.
- Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor's degree.
Experience:
- 1-2 years of relevant research experience in bioinformatics and/or molecular/cellular.
Preferred Competencies
- Knowledge of basic 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 a team.
- Knowledge of basic software suites.
Working Conditions
- Research lab in KCBD.
Application Documents
- Resume (required)
- Cover Letter (preferred)
- References (preferred)
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
Yes
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
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