Research Technologist I (Ma lab)

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago•Chicago, IL

2d•$18 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This position offers a great opportunity to participate in very exciting research on neural development and neurodegeneration, which will lead to publications in the near future.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
One to two years laboratory experience preferred. Ideally previous lab experience in molecular biology (DNA, RNA, PCR and Western) and R programing.
Mouse work experience is strongly preferred.
The candidate will have skilled hands, be detail oriented and well organized.
Ability to communicate effectively, works independently and under supervision, and function as a research team member.

Responsibilities

Performs research with molecular and cell biological techniques including PCR, DNA and RNA extraction, immunostaining, Western-blotting, cell culture, and sequencing data analysis using R;
Animal experiment (Animal handling (newborn mice and rats), feeding pups via an oro-gastric tube, observation of the pups, Collection of intestinal tissue).
Lab management: managing mouse colonies, ordering supplies and managing mouse and safety protocols.
Routine, general lab work (Solutions preparation, animal formula preparation, autoclaving lab ware and sterilizing instruments, keeping bench clean, cleaning of objects used for experiments and disposal of waste
Data collection, timely sample processing and storage.
Willing to learn and improve/develop techniques.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities
Discount purchasing program