Research Technologist I (ma Lab)

Lurie Children's Hospital

River North, IL, United States
Base: $18.00-$27.00 hourly; bonus/equity: not spec...
Molecular and cell biological techniques
Pcr, dna and rna extraction
Western-blotting, cell culture
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

Job Summary

  • 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.
  • We offer great opportunities to learn new techniques in next generation sequencing, stem cell biology, and mitochondrial metabolism.
  • At Lurie Children’s, we embrace and celebrate building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond.

Matching Summary

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.

Salary

Base: $18.00-$27.00 Hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive rewards package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement match, PTO, and more.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • molecular and cell biological techniques
  • PCR, DNA and RNA extraction
  • Western-blotting, cell culture
  • sequencing data analysis using R
  • Animal handling and feeding
  • managing mouse colonies
  • ordering supplies and managing protocols

Nice-to-have

  • skilled hands and detail oriented
  • well organized and ability to communicate
  • willing to learn and improve techniques
  • interest in medical or graduate school

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • One to two years laboratory experience
  • Previous lab experience in molecular biology
  • R programming experience
  • Mouse work experience strongly preferred

Work Rights

Not specified

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