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Research Specialist - JR24992-3800
Research Specialist - JR24992-3800-March 2024
Chicago
Mar 31, 2026
About Research Specialist - JR24992-3800

  This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreinformation, please see:https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/11598437 Department

  BSD PAT - Weber Lab

  About the Department

  The Department of Pathology has a long and rich history of excellence inclinical service, training, and research. Our physicians and scientistsare experts in a variety of subspecialties in anatomic pathology,laboratory medicine, genomics and molecular pathology, investigationalpathology, and immunology. Our diverse faculty study and diagnosepatient disease and medical conditions using state-of-the-artmethodologies. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded bycontractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by thegrantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon thecontinued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

  Job Summary

  As a Research Specialist, you will perform research focused onepithelial barrier regulation; this work will include mouse models,organoid models, and epithelial cell culture. Emphasizing the growth andbanking of organoid models and cell lines; physiological, cellbiological, and disease modeling; and drug testing - ultimately, thisresearch is expected to lead to the improved understanding of multipledisease states, with a particular emphasis in gastrointestinal diseases.As an integral member of the team, you may also collaborate with otherlaboratories and faculty members as well as with other researchscientists at various levels of training within the home laboratory.

  Responsibilities

  Provides technical and administrative support for a researchproject.Collects and enters data. Assists in analyzing data. Assists withpreparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.Assists with the installation, sets up and performs experiments;interacting with students and other laboratory staff under thedirection of the principal investigator.May assist recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assistingwith developing or amending study protocols; assisting withdeveloping data collection tools; assisting with building databases;and providing general administrative support. Is developing skillsin research techniques or methods, regulatory policies andprocedures, and relevant scientific field.Performs other related work as needed.Minimum Qualifications

  Education:

  Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or theequivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have afour-year degree).

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  Work Experience:

  Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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  Certifications:

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  Preferred Qualifications

  Education:

  Bachelor\'s Degree in a Biological Sciences or a related field.Experience:

  Demonstrates technical excellence in cell culture.Experience with molecular biology techniques.Knowledge of research techniques or methods.Knowledge and comfort working with Microsoft Office.Preferred Competencies

  Quick learner with exceptional responsibility and organizationalskills.Ability to train others.Problem-solving skills.Attention to detail.Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.Working Conditions

  Lab Environment.Application Documents

  Resume (required)Cover Letter (preferred)When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the MyExperience page, in the section titled Application Documents ofthe application.

  Job Family

  Research

  Role Impact

  Individual Contributor

  FLSA Status

  Non-Exempt

  Pay Frequency

  Biweekly

  Scheduled

  Weekly H urs

  40

  Benefits Eligible

  Yes

  Drug Test Required

  No

  Health Screen Required

  Yes

  Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

  No

  Posting Statement

  The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/EqualOpportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity,national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with adisability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or otherprotected classes under the law. For additional information please seethe University\'s Notice of Nondiscrimination.

  Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete theapplication proces

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