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Posted: 01-Nov-24
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Full-time
Internal Number: JR28157
Job Description:
Process samples, and run a Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometer (Agilent 6400 Series LC/TQ) for a variety of functional analysis.
Coordinate with postdoctoral scholars and graduate students to design and implement experiments using LC/TQ technology.
Prepare DNA libraries for metagenomic sequencing and coordinate downstream bioinformatic processing.
Assist with animal experimentation, including gnotobiotic and specific pathogen free mouse lines.
Record findings/results.
Maintain laboratory notebook.
Coordinate lab maintenance, ordering of supplies, stocking shelves, clean up.
Perform basic lab techniques (making of bacterial growth medias, buffers, pipetting, immunoblots, PCR, microscopy), performing experiments for specific projects.
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.
Supports data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conducts literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
Takes responsibility for the following laboratory duties: recognizing abnormal results and varying conditions or procedures to correct problems; setting up and performing experiments. Analyze the meaning, significance, causes, and effects of the subject.
Performs other related work as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Advanced degree in Microbiology or related field.
Experience:
Experience with DNA extraction and library preparation for 16S sequencing and next generation Illumina-based sequencing.
Experience in LC/MS techniques (sample preparation/extraction, running instrument, analyzing data, managing organized data outputs).
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Preferred Competencies
Knowledge in relevant scientific field.
Knowledge in Microbiology.
Knowledge of research techniques (growing microbial cultures, animal experimentation, DNA/RNA/protein extractions, PCR, western blotting, microscopy, use of standard lab equipment including pH meter, scales, cell culture hoods and practices).
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.
Adaptability and willingness to learn new skills and take on new responsibilities.
Effective time-management skills.
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Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (preferred)
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