"Research Technologist 1"

Job ID52102

Location

Chicago, Illinois

Department: MED-Thoracic Surgery

Salary/Grade: NEX/9

The target hiring range for this position will be between $17.05 to $21.31 per hour. The offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Job Summary:

This position involves conducting tests and procedures, setting up and operating equipment, recording observations and measurements, and collecting and compiling data in a research lab. It requires a practical understanding of a limited number of standard scientific techniques.

Specific Responsibilities:

Research Responsibilities

• Follow pre-defined protocols, policies, procedures, regulations, and Good Clinical and Good Laboratory Practices to conduct standard and repetitive experiments.
• Perform basic troubleshooting techniques as necessary.
• Set-up, operate, and maintain standard lab equipment.

Molecular Biology

• DNA, RNA, protein isolation, purification, and expression.
• Southern, Northern, and Western blotting.
• PCR, RT-PCR.
• Plasmid preparation.
• Cloning, mapping, and sequencing of DNA.
• Recombinant virus production and purification.

Cellular Biology

• Cell culture and cell isolation.
• Functional studies and transfection.

Histology

• Tissue fixation/processing: embedding, preparation of blocks, and sectioning.
• Staining and immunohistochemistry.
• Microscopy.

Immunology

• Flow cytometry.
• ELISA, Elispot assay, and cytokine assays.
• Antibody production and purification.

Animal Research

• Animal husbandry, breeding, and screening transgenic mice.
• Dissections and blood collection.
• Surgical procedures.
• Database management of colony.

General Lab Duties

• Record test results and may maintain databases.
• Complete standard and routine clerical duties, such as copying, filing, data entry, and word processing.
• Maintain inventory of reagents, mice, and lab supplies.

Miscellaneous

• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent, along with some basic science courses.

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we offer a competitive benefits package, including high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, and more! Learn more about our benefits at Northwestern Benefits.

Work-Life and Wellness:

We provide comprehensive programs and services to help you navigate life's challenges, adopt healthy lifestyles, and support flexible work arrangements. We also offer programs to help with affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Learn more at Work-Life Balance at Northwestern.

Professional Growth & Development:

Northwestern is committed to supporting your career development. Whether you're working on campus or remotely, we offer resources to help you continue your professional education. Learn more at Professional Development at Northwestern.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on protected characteristics such as disability or veteran status. View the full non-discrimination statement. Applicants seeking accommodations in the application process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.

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