Northwestern University · 5 hours ago
Research Technologist 3
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$23.20/hr - $28.72/hr
3+ years expNorthwestern University is seeking a Research Technologist 3 to participate in the design and execution of research lab projects. The role involves conducting experimental tests, analyzing data, and developing methodologies while ensuring lab compliance with regulations.
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Responsibilities
Following overall research objectives, independently designs, plans, conducts and troubleshoots experiments
Evaluates protocols and data obtained from groups of experiments and recommends changes to processes, procedures and techniques to improve quality and validity of results based upon overall project objectives
Using an advanced level of skill, completes the following activities
DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression
Southern, Northern, Western blotting
PCR, RT-PCR
Plasmid preparation
Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA
Recombinant virus production and purification
Cell culture, cell isolation
Functional studies
Transfection
Tissue fixation/processing: embedding, preparation of blocks and sectioning, staining
Immunohistochemistry
Microscopy
Flow cytometry
ELISA, Elispot assay
Cytokine assay
Antibody production and purification
Husbandry
Breeding and screening transgenic mice
Dissections
Blood collection
Surgical procedures
Database management of colony
Observes experiments, collects, records, summarizes, analyzes and interprets research data
Collates relevant mathematical results
Prepares complex tables reflecting relationships of multiple tests
Draws scientific conclusions
Writes portions of grant applications
Co-authors scientific papers
Negotiates purchases with vendors
Maintains and updates portions of grant budgets
Tracks and summarizes lab supply expenses
Verifies accuracy of invoices
Orders and/or maintains inventory of reagent, mice and/or lab supplies
Trains and directs other lab EEs and/or students in research techniques and procedures
Performs other duties 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 and 3 years' lab/bench or other relevant experience required; OR
Successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a master's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience and 1 year lab/bench or other relevant experience
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
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development
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.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
Northwestern University has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not
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2025 (325)
2024 (308)
2023 (280)
2022 (282)
2021 (184)
2020 (155)
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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