Research Helper

Extra Help - Research Helper

This Position is temporary and limited to 900 hours.

Hiring Department: Biomedical Sciences

Location: Rockford, IL USA

Requisition : 1038984

Hours per Week: 25

Workplace Type: On-Site

Posting Close Date: 4/26/26

Salary: $15.00 / Hourly Wage

Note: This position is located on the Rockford campus 90 miles northwest of Chicago. (On-Site Work – Not Remote).

Assist in laboratory tests based on research projects under faculty supervision.

• Perform experimental tests and assays. Record and analyze results in order to provide conclusive data for research projects. Work with survey data from smokers.
• Maintain materials, methods and records of experimental procedures, including evaluations of data accumulated.
• Compile and summarize results for reports, manuscripts, grants and articles for publication.
• Research literature in order to maintain a current knowledge of laboratory research methods and terminology.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness of assigned laboratory.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Prior experience in laboratory research.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.