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Research Assistant

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Science
    Research & Development
  • Chicago
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AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant degree, under 2 years of related experience, and expertise in molecular biology, tissue culture, cell assays, and cancer research techniques. Strong communication and attention to detail are essential.
  • You will assist in research planning, manage animal experiments, analyze data, maintain lab organization, train team members, and contribute to reports and presentations.

Requirements

  • Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
  • Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
  • Bachelor's degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology) strongly preferred.
  • Advanced degree in field relevant to the research (e.g., biology, cell biology, cancer biology) strongly preferred.
  • Background contributing to research manuscripts, reports, or publications strongly preferred.
  • Molecular biology techniques (i.e. quantitative real-time PCR, RNA and DNA isolation, transfection, Lentivirus mediated gene silencing, transformation, cloning).
  • Biochemical techniques (i.e. immunoblots).
  • Tissue culture techniques (i.e. ex vivo cultures, primary cell isolation, transfection, infection, co-culture, three-dimensional modeling).
  • Cell assays (i.e. adhesion, migration, invasion, proliferation, apoptosis, cytotoxicity).
  • Cancer stem cell isolation and culture (human or mouse tumors).
  • Flow cytometry.
  • Microscopy (i.e. immunofluorescent analysis, wound healing assay, immunohistochemical analysis).
  • Mouse in vivo models of cancer metastasis (i.e. intraperitoneal injections and dissections).
  • Transgenic mouse models (i.e. breeding and genotyping).
  • Mass spectrometry.
  • Knowledge in cancer biology and role of microenvironment during cancer progression.
  • Knowledge of research techniques or methods (cell biology, translation, transcription, primary cultures, microscopy, cell assays, biochemical assays, molecular biology assays).
  • Knowledge of regulatory policies and procedures.
  • Organization.
  • Problem-solving.
  • Collaboration and independence.
  • Attention to detail.
  • Communication.
  • Strong interest in and commitment to research goals of laboratory.
  • Comfortable working with a team.
  • Flexible in changing research focus.
  • Lab environment.
  • Stand for extended periods.
  • Use computer for extended periods.

Responsibilities

  • Assists with planning, development and execution of research in the laboratory.
  • Assists in organizing the laboratory.
  • Works collaboratively with the team and collaborators.
  • Assists in management of animal colony and animal experiments.
  • Conducts periodic training for current and new members of the laboratory.
  • Contributes to the writing of academic papers, reports and final summaries.
  • Collects, records, and analyzes data.
  • Conducts literature reviews.
  • Ensures compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
  • May serve as a lead research specialist.
  • Presents research findings at staff meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences.
  • Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
  • Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
  • Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
  • Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
  • Performs other related work as needed.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Research Assistant position in the Lengyel Lab?

The main focus of the Research Assistant position is to investigate the role of and therapeutic targets of the stroma during ovarian cancer disease progression, utilizing human tissue, in vivo mouse models, and various cell models.

What qualifications are required for the Research Assistant position?

A minimum requirement is a college or university degree in a related field. A Bachelor's or advanced degree in fields such as biology, cell biology, or cancer biology is strongly preferred.

What type of experience is preferred for applicants?

Preferred candidates will have a background contributing to research manuscripts, reports, or publications, as well as less than 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

What technical skills are essential for this position?

Essential technical skills include molecular and biochemical techniques, tissue culture and cell assay techniques, flow cytometry, microscopy, and experience with in vivo mouse models of cancer metastasis.

Are there opportunities for professional development within this role?

Yes, the role includes conducting periodic training for current and new members of the laboratory and involves collaboration with principal investigators and other team members, providing opportunities for professional growth.

Is there a possibility of extended employment beyond the current funding?

The position is contingent upon the continued receipt of grant funds and satisfactory job performance, so ongoing employment is not guaranteed beyond the current funding period.

What are the working conditions for this position?

The working conditions involve a lab environment where you may need to stand for extended periods and use a computer for long durations.

Are there health and drug screening requirements for this position?

Yes, a drug test and health screening are required for this position.

Will I need to present research findings?

Yes, the Research Assistant may present research findings at staff meetings, seminars, and scientific conferences.

What benefits are available for this position?

The position is benefits eligible, providing access to various employee benefits offered by the University of Chicago.

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