Staff Scientist - JR29371-3800

The University of Chicago • Chicago, IL • 5d ago

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12744354 Department

BSD MIC - Khader Lab

About the Department

The Department of Microbiology faculty researches a vast array of bacteria and viruses. We are a community of faculty, postdoctoral scholars, students, and staff committed to research and education in the field of microbiology. Our faculty conduct interdisciplinary research that advances the study of microbes and microbial diseases. Basic research in Microbiology underwrites out effort for eradication of important pathogens, prevention of human diseases, development of gene therapies and the evolution of new strategies for personalized medicine. We are also committed to training the next generation of scientists. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

Job Summary

This job participates in scientific research projects. The employees are responsible for developing and executing projects, analyzing data, writing papers, and reports, presenting research, and training junior staff and students. They are also responsible for working with animals.

Responsibilities

Basic microbiology: cloning, genetic manipulations, data analysis,

statistical analysis, animal infections, ELISA assays, cell culture and primary cell growth, handling of human blood, cell sorting, fluorescent microscopy, biochemistry, and protein purification. Also, working in a BSL3.

Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis.

Contributes to facilitating and promoting a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.

Reviews laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage

complex data sets for research.

Leads the contributions to scientific writing and publications,

including protocols and grants.

Trains new 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 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

Experience working with animals.

Working Conditions

Lab Environment.

Application Documents

Resume (required)

Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUSTbe 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

Drug Test Required

Health Screen Required

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

Pay Rate Type

Salary

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Range

\$70,000.00 - \$90,000.00

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.

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual witha disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University\'s Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

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