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University of Chicago · 1 day ago

Temporary Research Assistant

positionChicago, IL
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityNew Grad, Entry Level
money$24/hr - $24/hr

The University of Chicago is seeking a Temporary Research Assistant to support data collection and analysis in the BSD E&E Carley Lab. The role involves assisting with research-related tasks in a laboratory and greenhouse environment, working closely with a team of researchers.

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Responsibilities

This job provides support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research, and analysis under direction
Performs data collection in support of research projects under direct supervision
Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts, and other documents
Complies with institution, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates
Performs other related work as needed

Qualification

Molecular biologyDNA extractionPCRGel electrophoresisData analysisPlant evolutionary geneticsChemical ecologyInterpersonal skillsCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsAttention to detailCollaboration

Required

High school diploma required
Familiarity with principles, methods, and literature related to plant evolutionary genetics and chemical ecology of plant-insect interactions
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate with others, both on internal teams and with external partners
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to learn new lab protocols and apply them at scale (e.g. genotyping thousands of plants from existing tissue samples)
Prior experience with basic molecular biology wet lab skills including DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis preferred
Experience maintaining and handling living plant and insect collections preferred
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Preferred

Bachelor's degree preferred
Prior experience with basic molecular biology wet lab skills including DNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis preferred
Experience maintaining and handling living plant and insect collections preferred

Company

University of Chicago

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One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
dateFounded in 1890
location
Chicago, Illinois, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.uchicago.edu/

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