Research Technician
The University of Chicago

Department

BSD MED - Endocrinology

About the Department

The Section of Adult and Pediatric Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism is a national leader in research leading to the development of new insights in the treatment of endocrine diseases and disorders. Work in the areas of diabetes, thyroid and sleep disorders has been greatly advanced by The University of Chicago endocrinology faculty. Our research activities are supported by a number of different sources including the National Institute of Health (NIH) and non-federal granting agencies. The Section is home to one of 16 NIH funded Diabetes Research and Training Centers. Over the years, several members of the Endocrine faculty have led investigations that resulted in significant discoveries in the areas of diabetes, thyroid and sleep disorders.

Job Summary

The Emont lab studies the development and function of adipocytes and the remodeling of adipose tissues under different physiological states. Projects in the lab include both wet lab (cell culture, animal work, human tissue) and dry lab (single cell and other -omics data analysis).

Responsibilities

• The principal contribution of the Research Technician is providing technical and administrative support for these research.
  
• Under general supervision, performs moderately complex lab and/or research-related duties and tasks.
  
• Collects and maintains data and/or specimens.
  
• Assists in maintaining mouse colony including genotyping and general husbandry.
  
• Analyzes data.
  
• Assists with ordering and maintaining equipment and supplies.
  
• Responsibilities may also include the following non-laboratory duties: assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support.
  
• Responsibilities may include the following laboratory duties: setting up and performing experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
  
• 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.
  
• Performs other related work as needed.
  

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
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Work Experience:
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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a field relevant to the research being conducted.
  

Experience:

• Previous research experience.
  

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
  
• Knowledge of research techniques or methods relevant to the lab (e.g. Microscope imaging, cell culture, image and data analyses, trouble-shooting hardware/software problems).
  
• Analytical skills.
  
• Problem-solving skills.
  
• Attention to detail.
  
• Organizational skills.
  
• Verbal and written communication skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
  
• Cover Letter (required)
  

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application 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

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

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