Research Technical Assistant

Department

BSD RAO - Research Staff

About the Department

The Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology at the University of Chicago is renowned for advancing the field of radiation oncology through pioneering new clinical approaches, the use of cutting-edge technologies, and impactful translational research. Our distinguished and diverse team of physicians, scientists, and physicists collaboratively provide exceptional patient care while driving scientific discoveries that shape the future of cancer treatment. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

Job Summary

The Research Technical Assistant prepares experimental materials and subject animals and participates in experimental processes executing standard experimental protocols and performing data management and analysis. As a prototyping and wet work laboratory, the nature of the job is dynamic, demanding meticulous attention to the details of experimental science.

Responsibilities

• Management and preparation for experiments.

• Cell line maintenance and archive.

• Cell culture and basic molecular biology techniques.

• Scheduled preparation of experimental tumor models in mice.

• Selection, monitoring and treatment of animals with radio/immunotherapy.

• Preparation of mice for experimental procedure.

• Administration and maintenance of anesthesia in mice during experimental procedures.

• Moving new experimental protocols through regulatory and administrative hurdles.

• Physical upkeep of laboratory equipment and spaces.

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

• Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting data 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.

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

Experience:

• Experience working in a Wet Lab or Oncology lab.

​Preferred Competencies

• Self-motivated.

• Ability to collaborate and effectively work with an interdisciplinary team.

Working Conditions

• Lab Environment.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (preferred)

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

40

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

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FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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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