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BSD PAT - Koh Lab

About the Department

The Koh Laboratory focuses on understanding how the immune system can mount specific responses to ever-changing pathogens and cancers while maintaining tolerance to self. We employ an interdisciplinary approach combining genetics, genomics, and biochemistry, at organismal to single-cell resolution. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

Job Summary

We are seeking highly motivated individuals for the position of Research Technician. In this role, your primary responsibility will be to work closely with the principal investigator to learn and execute a broad range of biological techniques including PCR, molecular cloning, animal husbandry, cell culture, western blot, flow cytometry, and single-cell genomics. Other responsibilities include contributing to general lab organization (e.g. ordering, restocking supplies, making common reagents, record-keeping, etc.).

We offer a diverse, collaborative research environment with access to many career development resources. Your work will be multi-faceted, with opportunities to support on-going projects as well as to pursue independent projects, ultimately culminating in authorships on publications.

This position is ideal for recent college graduates interested in cutting-edge research experiences prior to graduate or medical school.

Responsibilities

• Molecular cloning, cell culture, biochemical recruitment assays, chromatin immunoprecipitation, western blots.
• Tissue harvest, flow cytometry, single-cell genomics (ATAC-seq, RNA-seq), library construction, next-gen sequencing.
• Animal husbandry, genotyping, record-keeping.
• Order and organize laboratory supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• This job provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research and analysis under direction.
• Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting data in support of research projects under direct supervision.
• Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
• Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor\'s degree in biological, physical sciences, or engineering.

Experience:

• Experience with techniques in molecular biology, biochemistry, cell culture, animal studies strongly preferred.
• Significant laboratory coursework.

Preferred Competencies

• Attention to detail and ability to focus on dedicated tasks for extended periods.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Working Conditions

• Research Laboratory.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled * pplication Documents* of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Pay Frequency

Biweekly

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

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/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic i