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　　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.

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