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Department: MED-Biochem&Molecular Genetics
Salary/Grade: NEX/11
Job Summary:
The Eichner Laboratory in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics at Northwestern University invites applications for a Research Technologist II position. The Eichner Laboratory studies transcriptional dependencies in cancer using molecular biology and biochemistry techniques, in vivo models, and next generation sequencing approaches. Dr. Lillian Eichner is an expert in lung cancer biology research. We are looking for highly motivated candidates to support our ongoing preclinical studies. Applicants are expected to have a Bachelor's degree in biochemistry or other equivalent biomedical fields. Wet lab and in vivo work experience is preferred but not required. - Interested candidates can directly contact Dr. Lillian Eichner (eichner@northwestern.edu) for additional information - Visit our website for more information: https://sites.northwestern.edu/eichner/
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.
Specific Responsibilities:
Administration
Maintains growth statistics, space forecasts, backup systems, and infrastructure inventories.
Monitors and maintains continuity with system licensing and maintenance agreements.
Participates in change control.
Assists the efforts to ensure data/media recoverability.
Identifies training needs and keeps current on application technologies.
Maintains team ticket queues in accordance with cyberinfrastructure standards.
Creates documentation including operational guides and knowledge base articles.
Participates on IT wide projects and manages small project efforts.
Development
Assists with infrastructure installations and upgrades.
Assists with scheduling installations and upgrades and maintains them in accordance with established IT policies and procedures.
Performance
Monitors the systems to achieve optimum performance levels.
In collaboration with senior engineers, performs ongoing support and maintenance for systems and related applications.
Prioritizes, troubleshoots, and resolves issues.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)
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 major such as computer science, information technology, or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.
2 years' general IT or other relevant experience required.
Linux Operating System
Windows Operating System
Python
Critical Thinking
Decision Making
Judgment
Problem Solving
Read and Interpret Technical Drawings
Troubleshooting
Collaboration and Teamwork
Facilitate collaboration
Functional documentation
Iterative & incremental development
Organizational skills
Planning
Other: Introductory level of scripting and/or application development experience
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
Thorough knowledge of general information technology architecture
Proficient in installing, configuring supporting Linux infrastructure environments.
Client-driven and ability to understand customer needs.
Strong oral and written and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)
2 years of IT systems administration or equivalent experience
Experience with Red hat Linux Systems administration or equivalent experience
Strong troubleshooting skills with the ability to understand how an enterprise infrastructure is designed (Network, application, Database, Storage, Server)
Technical ability to translate business requirements into actionable information technology tasks.
Experience delivering technical solutions against desired business outcomes.
Experience in testing, evaluating, documenting, and communicating product and technical benefits to solutions.
Experience working in a team setting with a scheduled On-call support rotation.
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
Knowledge of industry Information Technology best practices.
Planning and organizational skills.
Collaboration and Communication skills.
Demonstrates logic, rationality, and objectivity.
Target hiring range for this position will... 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.
