Research Specialist 1
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Research/Development
Research Scientist, Clinical Research, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Medical Science -
Healthcare
Clinical Research, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician, Medical Science
Research Specialist 1
The University of Chicago Genomics Facility offers Next-Generation Sequencing (Illumina and Pacific Biosciences Sequencing and Library prep), Micro-array (Illumina Infinium genotyping and EPIC arrays), Sanger DNA Sequencing, and Bio-analyzer/Fragment-analyzer sample QC services. For Single Cell sequencing project the Facility operates a 10X Genomics instrument as well as a Takara iCell
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Research Specialist 1 for Chicago, IL location. Perform single cell and micro-array services for experiments. Along with other members of the facility, will operate the Facility's sample QC equipment, which includes fragment analyzer, bio-analyzer, qubit, and Pippin. Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project. Prepares, analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens (DNA & RNA) for sequencing, pooling strategies or required core manipulations.
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.
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Biology, Genomics or related field plus 1 year of experience in genetics facility or related lab required.
Required:
Education or experience must include: prepare DNA & RNA samples for sequencing (including pooling strategies and required core manipulations); single cell sequencing experiment and/or micro-array experiments.
Pay Range: $59,809.00 - $70,000.00
The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off.
Scheduled Weekly
Hours:
40
Union:
Non-Union
Job is Exempt:
Yes
Drug Test
Required:
No
Health Screen
Required:
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry
Required:
No
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 with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.
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