Research Specialist – Natural Sciences- Shimamura Lab

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Posted: 06-Jan-24

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

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Research – Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 4913196

Research Specialist – Natural Sciences- Shimamura Lab
Research Specialist – Natural Sciences- Shimamura Lab
Hiring Department: Surgery
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1022177
Posting Close Date: 1/18/24
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent ‘Best Colleges’ rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
The Research Specialist- Shimamura Lab contributes to the design and delivery of research projects, and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret research projects. This position will reform complex laboratory and data collection techniques.
Duties & Responsibilities

  • Conducts experiments according to established research protocols for multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Collects, reviews, and analyzes individually; and team-generated data.
  • Operates, cleans, and maintains the organization of research equipment and research lab spaces.
  • Assist the laboratory manager with placing orders and tracking inventory levels.
  • Documents results for presentations including external conferences and internal lab meetings.
  • Provides training and operational guidance on day-to-day activities for laboratory student workers.
  • Performs literature reviews and writes reports/co-authors scientific papers for presentations and publications.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
  • Qualifications:
    Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in science or related field required. Master’s degree in science preferred.
    • A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
    • Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods.
    • Proficient in specific lab research techniques.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • Requires B.A./B.S. in Cancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Biological Sciences, or related area.
    • Minimum of 2 years of wet lab/bench experience in academic research setting.
      • Preferred knowledge of basic molecular biology techniques such as western blotting and PCR
    • Ability to work hands-on with mice and mammalian model systems.
      • Preferred experience with orthotopic/GEMM animal models

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