Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago · 2 months ago
Research Technologist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$50K/yr - $70K/yr
2+ years expThe University of Chicago's Biological Sciences Division is a leader in research focused on endocrine diseases and disorders. The Research Technologist will provide technical and administrative support for research projects related to diabetes, obesity, and aging, performing lab and research-related duties under general supervision.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Setting up and performing experiments
Maintains equipment and supplies
Responsibilities may also 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
Qualification
Required
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the research being conducted
Relevant research experience
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Knowledge in relevant scientific field
Knowledge of research techniques or methods relevant to the lab (e.g. Microscope imaging, image and data analyses, which includes writing/modifying computer scripts, maintaining the computer network environment and trouble-shooting hardware/software problems)
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
Benefits
Health, retirement, and paid time off
Company
Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago
As part of the University of Chicago, the Biological Sciences Division (BSD) pursues globally impactful solutions to seemingly unsolvable challenges.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase