Research, Technical Assistant

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Chicago, IL, USA
In-Office
19-26 Hourly
Junior
Edtech
The Role
Provide technical and administrative support in a research laboratory including routine animal care, basic molecular biology assistance, technical imaging, operational oversight, quality control, and compliance with institutional and federal regulations. Assist with drafting presentations and perform other related duties as needed.
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Department

BSD OBA -Shubin Lab


About the Department

The Department of Organismal Biology and Anatomy (OBA) at the University of Chicago focuses on integrative biology, exploring the structure, function, development, and evolution of organisms through diverse research and educational programs.


Job Summary

The job provides basic technical support activities related to scientific research projects. Complies with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.

Responsibilities

  • Routine animal care maintenance.

  • Assists with daily operational oversight, quality control and resource coordination to ensure a safe, efficient, and compliant lab environment.

  • Molecular Biological Assistance.

  • Assists with technical imaging.

  • This job provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research and analysis under direction.

  • Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.

  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).


Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.


Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent.

Experience:

  • Research experience working in a molecular, cellular or developmental biology laboratory.

  • Experience with basic imaging modalities.

  • Ability to follow protocols and troubleshoot, when necessary.

Preferred Competencies

  • Demonstrated capacity to work independently in an organized, detailed manner while maintaining a collaborative team environment.

Working Conditions

  • Ability to lift at least 20 pounds.

Application Documents

  • Resume (required)

  • Cover letter (preferred)

  • Contact Information of at least two references (required)

The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.


Job Family

Research


Role Impact

Individual Contributor


Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5


Drug Test Required

No


Health Screen Required

No


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No


Pay Rate Type

Hourly


FLSA Status

Non-Exempt


Pay Range

$19.23 - $26.44

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.


Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.


Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: http://securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.

Skills Required

  • Vocational training, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience in a related field
  • Less than 2 years of related work experience
  • Ability to lift at least 20 pounds
  • Resume (application document)
  • Contact information for at least two references (application document)
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Research experience in molecular, cellular, or developmental biology laboratory
  • Experience with basic imaging modalities
  • Ability to follow protocols and troubleshoot when necessary
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The Company
Chicago, IL
Year Founded: 1890

What We Do

The University of Chicago is an urban research university that has driven new ways of thinking since 1890. Our commitment to rigorous inquiry and intellectual freedom draws pathbreaking scholars to our global campuses, where field-defining ideas are born that challenge and change the world. The University of Chicago has its main campus on Chicago's South Side and seven international campuses and centers throughout the world. Students can choose from 53 majors and 47 minors in the undergraduate College, with four divisions and seven professional schools for graduate study.

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