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Posted: 07-May-24
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: JR26257
Job Description:
Designs, develops and tests experimental protocols for research. Collaborates with other researchers as appropriate.
Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors scientific research manuscripts.
May supervise other research staff and students.
Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information.
Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets for research.
Performs other related work as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
Experience in small molecule target identification.
Experience in structural biology (X-ray crystal structure or cryo-EM.
Experience in chemical biology, structural biology and biochemistry wet lab experiments, including , proteomics, cyro-EM, X-ray crystallography, mammalian cell culture, western blot, confocal imaging, protein expression and purification.
Experience with writing manuscripts and giving scientific presentations.
Experience with assisting in the training, a strong publication record, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence.
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Preferred Competencies
Knowledge in biochemistry, cell biology, and cell signaling.
Knowledge in bioinformatics methods and statistical tools.
Analytical skills.
Problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail.
Organizational skills.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
Cover Letter (required)
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