Department

BSD RAO - Yao Lab

About the Department

The Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology at The University of Chicago is renowned for advancing the field of radiation oncology through pioneering new clinical approaches, the use of cutting-edge technologies, and impactful translational research. Our distinguished and diverse team of physicians, scientists, and physicists collaboratively provide exceptional patient care while driving scientific discoveries that shape the future of cancer treatment.

The Yao Lab is led by Dr. Conghui Yao and aims to elucidate the metabolic regulation in diseases such as cancer and obesity.

Job Summary

The Research Technical Assistant will be involved in a cutting-edge basic cancer immunology research program that utilizes techniques related to immunology, metabolomics, genetics, cancer biology, and cellular biology. This position will be involved in projects that utilize mouse models and cellular culture models. The day-to-day work will involve techniques related to animal care, tissue culture, liquid chromatography coupled mass spectrometry (LC/MS), and sample processing in close collaboration with a group of dedicated colleagues.

Responsibilities

Tissue culture.

Flow cytometry.

Maintenance of cell cultures, including adherent and suspension cells, transfections, cloning and CRISPR-edited cell cultures.

Mouse animal care and routine behavior testing.

Breeding and organization of mouse strains in collaboration with group members and animal facility.

Help maintain stock solutions, order new supplies.

Prepare samples, acquire and analyze LC/MS data.

This job provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research and analysis under direction.

Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting data in support of research projects under direct supervision.

Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.

Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.

Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Biochemistry, Life Sciences, or related field.

Experience:

Immunology or LC/MS research experience.

1+ years of work experience in higher education.

Working Conditions

Lab Environment.

Application Documents

Resume (required)

Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

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FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

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Pay Range

$16.20 - $23.08

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

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