Northwestern University · 20 hours ago
Research Technologist 1
Evanston, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$36K/yr - $50K/yrNorthwestern University is a prominent educational institution, and they are seeking a Research Technologist to support the Bao lab's research on gene regulatory mechanisms in human skin. The role involves conducting molecular and cell biology experiments, maintaining lab operations, and training students.
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Responsibilities
Support current research directions in the lab, by conducting experiments using molecular biology or cell biology approaches
Maintain/organize detailed records of experimental details and data, analyze data, troubleshoot protocols, and recommend alternatives to improve processes, validity, and/or accuracy
Support lab maintenance, organization, and operations, by preparing key reagents, maintaining equipment, tracking lab supplies and orders, and enforcing lab safety
Train students, pilot new directions under guidance, and support collaborations
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
HS diploma or equivalent and some basic science courses is required
Preferred
Attention to details
Good organization/planning skills
Good communication skills
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements where possible
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home
Variety of tools and resources
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
Founded in 1851
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$98.02MKey Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
Interim President
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