Research Technician

at  The University of Chicago

Department
BSD MED - Emergency Medicine - Garcia Research Staff
About the Department
The Laboratory is currently investigating the underlying mechanisms by which sleep apnea affects brain function related to learning and memory.
Job Summary
The Research Technician will provide basic technical support activities related to scientific research projects. Complies with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.

Responsibilities

• Works with rodents, histological samples.
• Prepares solutions.
• Orders laboratory supplies.
• Assists with data collection and performs analyses.
• 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.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
-
Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field.

Experience:

• Rodent behavioral testing experience.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Basic word processing and spreadsheet skills.

Preferred Competencies

• Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
• Analytical skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.

Application Documents

• Resume/CV (required)
• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Pay Range
$42,000.00 - $61,000.00
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
Yes
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Benefits Guidebook
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• Works with rodents, histological samples.
• Prepares solutions.
• Orders laboratory supplies.
• Assists with data collection and performs analyses.
• 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