Research Laboratory Technician - Biologics Lab with Dr. Martin Oudega
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago

Job Info

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The Research Laboratory Technician will assist in the daily operations of a research lab conducting an array of biomedical research projects and interaction with the diverse group of affiliated scientists and students.

The Research Laboratory Technician will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute.

The Research Laboratory Technician will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, and Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Principal Responsibilities

Support the daily activities of a biomedical research team tasked with the investigation of molecular, cellular, and organismal biology.

Assist scientists, therapists, and physicians to perform and document translational and basic science studies.

Support protocol creation/modification as needed with institutional review board (IRB), institutional animal care and use committee (IACUC), and research safety designates.

Manage inventory supply, placing orders when necessary

Support animal colony maintenance and genotyping when necessary.

Contribute to new project plan development and experimental execution.

Perform all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports directly to laboratory Principal Investigators and works in an environment that is overseen by the Chief Scientific Officer.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment with little or no exposure to dust or extreme temperature.

Required Experience

• A Bachelor's degree in a biology related field Additional neuromuscular, bioengineering, or physiology background is a plus.
• Experience with neural tissue processing is highly recommended.
• Experience with cell culture and/or animal work.
• Experience with scientific writing and presentations.
• Experience and proficiency with both qualitative and quantitative research outcome measures.
• Analytical abilities necessary to resolve complex problems through the application of appropriate technologies.
• Ability to structure time to meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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