Visiting Research Specialist - Natural Sciences

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Posted: 01-Mar-24

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Type: Full-time

Salary: Open

Categories:

Research - Laboratory/Non-Laboratory
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 5066404

Visiting Research Specialist - Natural Sciences
Visiting Research Specialist - Natural Sciences
Hiring Department: COM- Department of Pathology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1023898
Posting Close Date: 3/15/24
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
This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret research projects. Performs complex laboratory and data collection techniques.
Duties & Responsibilities

Develop objectives and design of research and data collection procedures. Initiate and execute research goals for project.

Managing transgenic mouse colonies. Includes genotyping, breeding, imaging, conducting minor surgical procedures, and maintaining compliance with animal protocols.

Conduct and coordinate research experiments. This includes CRISPR-Cas9 gene targeting, immunohistochemistry, qPCR, western blotting, imaging, and cell culture. Analyze, critically evaluate, interpret, and present data and results and refine experimental design.

Replicate, refine and add/develop new research approaches based on project needs and the direction of the PI.

Perform general lab operating administrative duties, including ordering supplies, maintaining safety compliance, negotiating with potential vendors, and lab organization.

Monitor project developments on an ongoing basis and implement changes as needed. Present and participate_ in lab meetings.

Prepare, organize, and communicate research results. Assist in writing papers, grants, and other documents for publication based on research findings.

Author and co-author articles for publication and present at scientific symposia and conferences.

Perform other related duties

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
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The University of Illinois Chicago is the city’s largest university and its only public Carnegie Research 1 institution. Its 16 academic colleges serve close to 34,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. UIC is recognized as one of the best public universities and one of the most ethnically rich and culturally diverse campuses in the nation, located in the heart of Chicago, it is an integral part of the city's educational, technological and cultural fabric.
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