University of Illinois Chicago · 18 hours ago
Visiting Research Specialist
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$44K/yr - $55K/yr
3+ years expThe University of Illinois Chicago is a leading urban public research university seeking a full-time Visiting Research Specialist for the Lysakowski laboratory in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology. The role involves overseeing a biomedical laboratory, participating in scientific research, and managing lab operations with a focus on auditory and vestibular research.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Participate in mouse husbandry, colony maintenance, genotyping using PCR and other methodologies, updating mouse colony records
Maintain inventory of lab supplies and chemicals
Ordering lab supplies and maintaining laboratory stocks
Standardize and systematize comprehensive laboratory protocols while maintaining accurate records of the work performed
Preparation and implementation of general laboratory maintenance protocols (e.g. safety, training, waste management, animal, etc.)
Ensure that laboratory procedures comply with all safety requirements
Supervise and train new graduate and undergraduate students
Test, optimize and implement both new and existing methods/techniques
Collaborate with the PI and other lab members to prepare or perform experimental procedures in molecular biology, biochemistry, immunocytochemistry, hiPSC-neuronal and primary neuronal cell culture and live cell imaging
Use of three microscopes (a departmental confocal, Leica fluorescent microscope, and a Keyence microscope) including training new lab users, and being responsible for its maintenance and care
Participation in weekly lab meetings, both at UIC and in collaborator’s lab at UChicago
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in biochemistry or biological sciences, preferably in neuroscience, physiology or an equivalent discipline
A minimum of 3 years related research experience
Past experience in mouse husbandry, inner ear dissection and histology is required, and is the most critical requirement for this position
Past experience in Confocal microscopy is required
Enthusiasm for learning and gaining research and lab management experience, and the ability to coordinate and supervise others effectively
Self-motivated and organized, and strong communication skills
Preferred
Experience in biochemical and molecular biology methods is highly desirable
Benefits
Health
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
A 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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