Research Technician

Department BSD MED

• Genetic Medicine
• Wang Research Staff About the Department The Wang Lab is an NIH-funded laboratory in the Section of Genetic Medicine focused on RNA-targeting early drug discovery for undruggable targets.

Job Summary

The Jingxin Wang’s lab within the Section of Genetic Medicine, Department of Medicine, an NIH-funded laboratory focused on RNA-targeting early drug discovery for undruggable targets, is seeking a full-time Research Technician.

Responsibilities

Perform routine RNA-seq library preparation on a biweekly basis. Maintain multiple mammalian and cell culture lines. Manage lab inventory and instrumentation. 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

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 biology, chemistry, biochemistry, or a related field.

Experience: Relevant research experience. Preferred Competencies Basic computer skills (including Microsoft Office). Knowledge of research techniques and methods. Ability to work with little direct oversight. Ability to work within a larger research team. Attention to detail. Biochemistry lab skills (e.g., buffer preparation, pipetting, PCR).

Organizational and time-management skills. Application Documents Resume (required) Cover Letter (required) The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions. 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 Salary ​ FLSA Status Exempt ​ Pay Range $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 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

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