University of Illinois Chicago · 3 days ago
Visiting Research Specialist - College of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences - Travin Lab
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$45K/yr - $55K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Illinois Chicago is a prominent urban public research university. The Visiting Research Specialist will focus on the discovery and development of novel natural products with antibacterial activities, involving experimental design, execution, and collaboration within a research team.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Keep accurate records of experiments suitable for writing manuscripts and grant proposals
Present the results at scientific meetings
Conduct experiments and research activities: natural product extraction and purification, molecular cloning, protein purification, and bacterial cultivation to name a few
Maintain accurate and detailed documentation of research methods, experimental procedures, and obtained results
Contribute to laboratory management: perform routine maintenance of laboratory equipment, troubleshoot technical problems as they arise, and manage consumable inventory to ensure smooth lab operations
Train and supervise junior staff, students, and volunteers, ensuring they are proficient in laboratory techniques and safety protocols
Actively participate in lab meetings and journal clubs, contribute to discussions, share insights, and remain current with the latest scientific literature in the field
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in molecular biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, microbiology or related field required
A minimum of 3 years' related research experience
Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods
Proficient in common molecular biology techniques such as PCR, cloning, protein purification, etc
Preferred
Master's degree in science preferred
Previous experience in natural products research
Experience with mass spectrometry
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid time Off
Tuition waivers for employees and dependents
Company
University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is Chicago's largest university with more than 33,000 students, 12,000 employees, 16 colleges and a major public medical center.
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