Research Technician

Department

BSD MED - Genetic Medicine - Barreiro Research Staff

About the Department

The Section of Genetic Medicine continues to shape the future of personalized medicine with successful research programs focused on the quantitative genetic and genomic science. The Section provides extremely valuable collaborations with investigators in the Department of Medicine who are seeking to develop new and more powerful ways to identify genetic risk factors for common, complex disorders with almost immediate clinical application. The Section of Genetic Medicine conducts impactful investigations focused on quantitative genetics, systems biology and genomics, bioinformatics and computational biology.

Job Summary

The primary responsibility of this position is to provide technical support for research projects investigating how genetic and non-genetic factors contribute to individual variation in immune responses. The focus of this position will be in cell culture work on primary cells and induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs). Experience working with iPSC – in their generation and/or differentiation to particular cell types – is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and performing experiments.

• Collects and maintains data and/or specimens.

• Analyzes data.

• Generates next generation sequencing data.

• Maintains equipment and supplies.

• Performs cell culture experiments.

• Generates induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).

• Differentiates iPSCs into macrophages.

• Generates next generation sequencing data.

• Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.

• Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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 in a field relevant to the research being conducted.

Experience:

• Previous research experience.

Preferred Competencies

• Experience with cell culture and the generation of induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs).

• Culture of iPSCs and their differentiation.

• Analytical skills.

• Problem-solving skills.

• Attention to detail.

• Organizational skills.

• Verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (required)

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

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$50,000.00 - $70,000.00

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