Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center

Job Description

Dr. DePlaen's lab is looking to hire an individual who can commit to working one to three 12-hour night shifts per week, typically starting on Tuesday night, once or twice a month, to support her current research project. In this role, the individual will perform experiments to study the pathogenesis of necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC), a disease affecting premature infants, using a neonatal mouse (and rat) NEC model established in the laboratory. Animal experiment (Animal handling (newborn mice), feeding pups via an oro-gastric tube, observation of the pups, Collection of intestinal tissue).

*Must have experience with mice/pups*

Essential Job Functions:

Follows pre-defined protocols, policies, procedure, regulations, Good Clinical and Good Laboratory Practices and conducts standard and repetitive experiments and completes basic trouble-shooting techniques.

Sets-up, operates and maintains standard lab equipment.

Using an entry level of skill, completes the following activities: Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Immunology and/or Animal activities.  Examples of assays include ELISA, Western blot, viral plaque assay, flow cytometry, and PCR. 

Acts as liaison between collaborative groups. 

Records test results and may maintain databases.  Develops, performs and assists investigators in their experiments.

Maintains records of facility use, assists in scheduling, purchasing, and other administrative activities (i.e., data entry, data presentation, data analysis, word processing, etc).  Maintains inventory of reagents, mice, and supplies and performs routine cleaning and maintenance of instrumentation.

Performs job functions adhering to service principles with customer service focus of innovation, service   excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality care and service to our patients, families, co-workers and others.

Other job functions as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

HS diploma or equivalent and some basic science courses is required.

Minimum of 1 year of experience working with diverse groups of people.

Working knowledge of computers, ability to troubleshoot, work independently, and function as a team member is essential.  Therefore, experience in regular interaction with outside groups is highly desirable.

Excellent command of the English language and the ability to communicate effectively.

Strong organizational skills including the ability to establish priorities, react promptly to a large variety of requests, and the ability to keep the workplace clean and organized.

Education

High School Diploma/GED (Required)

Pay Range

$19.00-$28.50 Hourly

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following link to learn more about our benefits.

Benefit Statement

For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

Tuition assistance

Student loan servicing and support

Adoption benefits

Backup Childcare and Eldercare

Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

Discount purchasing program

There’s a Place for You with Us

At Lurie Children’s we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.  

Lurie Children’s and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Support email: candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org