Research Specialist- Ross Lab, Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Hiring Department : Microbiology and Immunology
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1025196
Posting Close Date : 5/24/24
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
TheUniversity of Illinois at Chicago Department of Microbiology and Immunologyseeks a Research Specialist whowill focus on research and scientific techniques within the fields of molecularvirology and antiviral drug discovery. The position will conduct research,develop experimental protocols and devise methods to apply scientificprinciples and theories in research projects.
Job Duties
Planning and carrying out complex genetic crosses of mice and doing molecular genotyping.
Infecting the mice with different viruses; requires knowledge of working with mice in ABSL1 and willing to be trained to work in ABSL2 conditions.
Using molecular techniques (analysis of DNA and RNA) and cellular (FACS, immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence) to look at infection.
Experienced in tissue culture and the isolation and titering of different viruses.
Analysis and preparation of data for publication and grant proposals.
Training new laboratory personnel in lab techniques.
Supervising graduate and undergraduate students in the lab.
Assisting postdoctoral fellows in designing and executing their experiments.
Present research findings at weekly laboratory meeting.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, orrelated field required. A minimum of 3 yearsof research experience is required.
To apply, please and upload a cover letter, CV and the namesand contact information for three references by 7/20/23.
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