at Northwestern University in Evanston, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Job Opening Id: 50590
Department: MED-Neurological Surgery
Salary/Grade: NEX/9
Job Summary:
The Department of Neurological Surgery at Northwestern University is seeking a Research Technologist to support basic and translational studies with a focus to develop efficient immunotherapeutic approaches for brain tumors.This position offers an opportunity to work in the lab of Dr. Irina Balyasnikova, one of only handful of scientists in the world employing this technology for therapeutic targeting of malignant brain tumors. The Balyasnikova lab collaborates extensively with several other neuro-oncology labs, including teams both within Northwestern University and other leading academic medical centers across the United States.
The Research Technologist supports current research in the lab focusing on the development of targeted therapeutics against brain tumor antigens. Specific duties include: 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.
Please note: Incumbent will spend up to 50% of each shift walking and standing, between research labs and other sterile environments.
Incumbent will spend up to 75% of each shift performing tasks requiring manual dexterity and fine motor skills.
Must be able to lift 20 to 25 lbs. Must be able to work occasional evening, weekend and/or holiday hours.
Must be able to read, write and comprehend English in order to understand signage and to read and update animal health records.
Work space may be small, non-private, and close to other work stations where noise level can be high.
Specific Responsibilities:
- Follows pre-defined protocols, policies, procedure, regulations, Good Laboratory Practices and conducts standard and repetitive experiments and completes basic trouble-shooting techniques.
