University of Chicago

Research Professional

University of Chicago$80K — $100K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in a related field is mandatory.
  • 5-7 years of relevant work experience required.
  • Demonstrated ability to run experiments with animal subjects.
  • Published author in reputable scientific journals preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills for managing complex data sets.

Responsibilities

  • Facilitate lab experiments focused on ALS and neurodegenerative diseases.
  • Author scientific publications in top-tier journals.
  • Independently conduct research experiments.
  • Collaborate with other research labs on joint projects.
  • Provide data analysis and help drive scientific discussions.
  • Develop and train on laboratory protocols and new techniques.
  • Draft scientific writings, including protocols and grant proposals.

Benefits

  • Wide range of health benefits available.
  • Retirement plans offered to eligible employees.
  • Generous paid time off policy.
Full Job Description
Department
BSD NRB - Kratsios Lab

Job Summary
The job provides technical support activities related to scientific research projects. Develops and implements programs to promote a research project or contributes to the scientific direction of a research resource.

Responsibilities
  • Facilitate lab-based experiments furthering ALS and neurodegenerative disease research.
  • Authors publications in highly rated journals such as Nature Communications and Neurobiology of Disease.
  • Independently run experiments and conducts research using animal subjects.
  • Collaborates with other labs on research projects.
  • Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.
  • Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets for research.
  • Creates first drafts for scientific writing and publications, including protocols and grants.
  • Trains and mentors laboratory personnel.
  • Performs other related work as needed.


Minimum Qualifications

Education:
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.

Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 5-7 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Application Documents
  • Resume (required)
  • Cover letter (preferred)


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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
$80,000.00 - $100,000.00
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
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

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