Northwestern University · 18 hours ago
Research Technologist 3, Feinberg Cardiovascular Res Inst
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$23.20/hr - $32.62/hr
3+ years expNorthwestern University is focused on advancing the understanding of atrial fibrillation through research. The Research Technologist 3 will participate in the design and execution of lab projects, conducting experimental tests, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with lab regulations.
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Responsibilities
Molecular Biology: DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression
Western blotting
PCR, RT-PCR
Plasmid preparation
Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA
Recombinant virus production and purification
Cellular Biology
Cell culture, cell isolation
Functional studies
Transfection
Histology sectioning
Immunohistochemistry
Microscopy
Animal
Husbandry
Administration 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
Finance 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
Supervision Trains and directs other lab EEs and/or students in research techniques and procedures
Miscellaneous•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
Preferred
Skill/knowledge in quantitative polymerase chain reaction (qPCR)
Skill/knowledge in cryosectioning
Action oriented - Willing or likely to take practical action to deal with a problem or situation
Coachability - Receptive to feedback, willing to learn, embracing continuous improvement
Collaboration - Facilitates open and effective communication, cooperation and teamwork within and outside of one's own team
Collegiality - Helpful, respectful, approachable; builds strong working relationships and a positive work environment
Initiative - Exhibits energy and desire to achieve; sets ambitious goals and acts decisively; takes action that no one has requested to improve or enhance job results and avoid problems
Meets deadlines - Displays consistency and success in adhering to deadlines
Multi-tasking - Demonstrates ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously
Organization - Plans, organizes and schedules in an efficient, productive manner; anticipates contingencies and pays attention to detail
Benefits
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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
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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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