Full-Time Visiting Research Specialist
Job Description
Description
The Bongarzone lab in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking highly energetic and organized applicants for a full-time Visiting Research Specialist position. This role will involve overseeing the maintenance of a biomedical laboratory which has a large component of transgenic mouse colonies and participating in both scientific research and management of the lab. Our research focus is molecular and cellular mechanisms of lysosomal genetic diseases and experimental procedures include molecular and cellular biology, histology, microscopy and behavioral tests.
Duties and Responsibilities
1) Carry out mouse husbandry, colony maintenance, genotyping using PCR and other methodologies, updating mouse colony records.
2) Maintain inventory of lab supplies and chemicals.
3) Ordering lab supplies and maintaining laboratory stocks.
4) Standardize and systematize comprehensive laboratory protocols while maintaining accurate records of the work performed.
5) Preparation and implementation of general laboratory maintenance protocols (e.g. safety, training, waste management, animal, etc.).
6) Ensure that laboratory procedures comply with all safety requirements.
7)Supervise and train new graduate and undergraduate students.
8) Test, optimize and implement both new and existing methods/techniques.
9) Collaborate with the PI and other lab members to prepare or perform experimental procedures in molecular biology, immunocytochemistry, cell culture, animal behavior, and transcardial perfusion.
Preferred Qualifications
Qualifications: Past experience in mouse husbandry and colony genotype and maintenance is an advantage. Enthusiasm for learning and gaining research and lab management experience, and the ability to coordinate and supervise others effectively are the most critical requirements of the position. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and organized, and strong communication skills are a must.
This position requires 3 years of previous research experience, and at minimum a Bachelor degree in biological sciences, preferably in neuroscience, physiology or an equivalent discipline.
The University of Illinois at Chicago is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer that has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity and is particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of people. We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered.
The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment.
For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899
How to Apply
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