Research Analyst
The University of Chicago

Job Info

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Department

BSD HGD - Zhang Lab

About the Department

The central intellectual theme of our department is to understand the roles of genetics and epigenetics in patterning pheno-typic variation in natural populations and in human evolution, health, and disease.

Job Summary

Provide technical research support for a neurogenetics research lab. The lab studies brain development and neurological disorders through molecular, cellular, developmental and computational analyses of normal and diseased neural tissues. We use CRISPR mouse models, human iPSCs, and 3D neural cultures to investigate gene regulation and pathogenic mechanisms. Responsibilities include working under the guidance of the PI, designing and performing research, collecting and presenting data, supporting the research team, and participating in research workshops and meetins.

Responsibilities

• Work on biomedical research projects.
  
• DNA, RNA, protein related molecular experiment.
  
• Mouse husbandry.
  
• Perform cell culture and cell biology.
  
• Work with other team members and support the lab.
  
• Keeps meticulous records of laboratory and analytical research.
  
• 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.
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Work Experience:
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Certifications:

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Working Conditions

• Laboratory environment.
  

Application Documents

• Resume (required)
  
• Cover letter (preferred)
  

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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