Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago · 1 day ago
Research Technologist II
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$41K/yr - $63K/yr
1+ years expAnn & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care and is seeking a Research Technologist II to work in the Akhtar Laboratory. The role focuses on conducting experiments to understand the interaction between viruses and the pediatric brain, supporting ongoing research and maintaining laboratory operations.
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Responsibilities
Support scientific research, analysis, and experimentation by performing various laboratory tasks
Analyzes and troubleshoots protocols and data obtained from individual experiments and recommends alternatives and suggestions to improved processes, validity and accuracy
Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting and entering data
Manipulates, interpret and/or presents results
Prepares charts and graphs for presentations and publications
Performs scientific literature searches in support of research
Completes portions of grant applications, manuscripts and publications
Tracks and summarizes lab supply expenses
Verifies accuracy of invoices
Orders and maintains inventory of reagent, mice and/or lab supplies
Calibrate and validate laboratory equipment to ensure accuracy and precision in testing
Record and analyze data and report findings to senior laboratory staff
Maintain an organized and well-stocked laboratory by managing supplies, reagents, and equipment inventory
Place orders for necessary materials
Other job functions as assigned
Qualification
Required
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 scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience
Minimum of 1 year of experience working with diverse groups of people
Working knowledge of computers, ability to troubleshoot, work independently, and function as a team member is essential
Excellent command of the English language and the ability to communicate effectively
Strong organizational skills including the ability to establish priorities, react promptly to a large variety of requests, and the ability to keep the workplace clean and organized
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various Voluntary Benefits
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program
Company
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is the largest pediatric healthcare provider in the region with a 130 year legacy of excellence.
1001-5000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2025 (23)
2024 (19)
2023 (30)
2022 (16)
2021 (17)
2020 (11)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$13.95MKey Investors
Baby Safety FoundationNational Cancer InstituteAce Hardware
2025-10-07Grant
2024-11-04Grant· $3.7M
2019-09-27Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Audrey Rosenblatt
CRNA Manager
Recent News
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