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BSD PED - Pediatric Genetics and GenomicsAbout the Department
The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Chicago is a dynamic and stimulating place to work. We strive for the highest level of complex care for children from diagnosis and treatment; provide outstanding education and training for students, postgraduate scholars, and physicians; and nurture the research of Department scholars who seek to elucidate the causes of pediatric disease and identify promising new therapies. Our mission is to improve the health of every child entrusted to us, in an inclusive environment that is committed to family-centered care, clinical excellence, impactful scholarship, effective disease prevention, and advocacy for the appropriate care of every child. We are especially committed to the children on the South Side of Chicago and to altering the inequities in healthcare. The Department of Pediatrics has approximately 185 physicians, physician-scientists, and scientists in 15 sections that cover the range of pediatric care. Our education program serves the students of the College, the Pritzker School of Medicine (PSOM), 70 categorical pediatric residents, 6 child neurology residents, 58 fellows, and numerous graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. The Department has a staff of 220 advanced practice providers, administrators, research administrators, clinical research associates, and laboratory staff. The Department has an expanding portfolio of Federal, foundational, and Philanthropic awards, and is committed to doubling its research base in the next three years.Job Summary
The Zhou Lab in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Chicago is seeking a self-motivated and team-orientated individual interested in biology sciences to work as a research assistant to gain experience for future careers in the biomedical area.Responsibilities
Mouse colony maintenance and PCR genotyping.
Perform routine assignments related to research projects including histology and immunostaining experiments.
Interdependently conducts data recording, analysis, and writes lab reports. Works directly with senior researchers on assigned projects.
Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
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.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
A college or university degree in a related field of biomedical sciences.
Experience:
Experience in histology and immunostaining.
Preferred Competencies
Basic knowledge and skills in mouse work.
Working Conditions
Laboratory and office setting.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover letter describing previous research experience and career goals (preferred)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
ResearchRole Impact
Individual ContributorScheduled Weekly Hours
40Drug Test Required
NoHealth Screen Required
YesMotor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
NoPay Rate Type
Salary
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Pay Range
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
YesThe University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
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