Graf Research Specialist

University of Chicago

Chicago, IL, US
Base: $24.04 - $33.65 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Maintain mouse colonies in isolators
Perform weekly fecal specimen cultures
Conduct health checks on animals
The role involves providing colony breeding and technical support for research projects within the Gnotobiotics Facility at the University of Chicago

Job Summary

  • The role involves providing colony breeding and technical support for research projects within the Gnotobiotics Facility at the University of Chicago.
  • Employees are responsible for maintaining mouse colonies in flexible film isolators and performing experimental interventions with germ-free animals.
  • The position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $24.04 to $33.65 along with comprehensive benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Matching Summary

The role involves providing colony breeding and technical support for research projects within the Gnotobiotics Facility at the University of Chicago.

Salary

Base: $24.04 - $33.65 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, retirement, and paid time off included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintain mouse colonies in isolators
  • Perform weekly fecal specimen cultures
  • Conduct health checks on animals
  • Assist with anesthesia and surgery
  • Follow federal regulatory policies

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with germ-free animal research
  • AALAS certification eligibility
  • Ability to work weekends and holidays
  • Strong interpersonal communication skills
  • Experience training research personnel

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in scientific field
  • Less than 2 years related work experience
  • AALAS certification or LAT level eligibility preferred
  • Experience in academic biomedical research environment

Work Rights

Not specified

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