Research Technical Assistant

Department BSD BMD - Yang Lab

About the Department The University of Chicago is a global leader in biomedical research and offers unique opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration. The Biological Sciences Division, the Physical Sciences Division, the Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering, and the University of Chicago Medical Center are all contained within one compact campus. The University and the Comprehensive Cancer Center operate a number of state-of-the-art core facilities including microscopic facility, genome sequencing facility, animal facility, Biostatistics Laboratory, Human Tissue Resource Center, cancer biobank, the Genomic Data Commons (https://gdc-portal.nci.nih.gov/) and many others.

Job Summary The Yang Lab is seeking a self-motivated individual with strong background of molecular biology. The main goal of the lab is to explore the functional consequences of somatic alterations in cancer patients and to identify driver alterations. This position is expected to last for one year.

Responsibilities

This job provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research and analysis under direction. Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting data in support of research projects under direct supervision. Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents. Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates. Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

Work Experience

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Preferred Qualifications

Education: BS in biology or related field.

Experience

Familiar with molecular biology and cell biology assays, such as cell culture, DNA/RNA/protein purification, PCR, western blot, etc. Preferred Competencies Excellent communication skills. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (preferred)

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