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BSD BMB - Hayne Lab

About the Department

The Hayne Lab studies how RNA processing complexes function and interact to drive essential processes of human cell biology. We\'re interested in understanding the basic functions of these complexes, their roles in broader cell biology, and how their dysregulation leads to disease. We harness our strengths in biological mechanisms at the atomic, molecular, and cellular levels to answer questions about protein structure, function, and regulation. We are highly collaborative and often employ interdisciplinary approaches to address otherwise intractable questions. 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

We are looking for a highly organized and motivated individual to join the lab and support ongoing research projects. The position includes collecting, analyzing, and providing reports on research projects and helping maintain supplies, equipment, and inventory within the lab. Projects are highly interdisciplinary and require team members to develop a range of technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains stocks, media, and other common lab solutions.
• Assists with equipment maintenance, ordering and receiving, and maintaining an up-to-date inventory of laboratory supplies and chemicals.
• Performs biochemical, molecular biology, and cell biology experiments.
• Supports data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conducts literature reviews and helps write reports, protocols, and manuscripts. Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Maintains an up-to-date and accurate laboratory notebook as part of a virtual lab notebook system.
• Applies research principles and relevant subject matter knowledge relevant to administer a research project. With a moderate level of direction, manages lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.
• 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.
• Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

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Preferred Qualifications

Experience:

• Previous research experience with protein expression and purification, cell culture, and/or RNA biology.
• Knowledge of how to maintain a virtual lab notebook and follow protocols.
• Ability to execute experiments following established protocols, with optimization when needed.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks under performance and time-related stress.
• Contribute to a supportive and inclusive laboratory environment.

Working Conditions

• Lab environment.
• Weekend/Evening hours: As needed: to maintain cell lines, start cultures, or perform other time sensitive work some weekend or evening work might be required.

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

FLSA Status

Exempt

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Scheduled

Weekly Hours

40

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Drug Test Required

No

Health Screen Required

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No

Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportun