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. MacQuarrie is using cell culture models and samples to study how the organization of the cell nucleus in pediatric tumors relates to their biology, as well as to normal developmental cellular processes. These studies aim to identify specific similarities and differences between normal and tumor cells at both global and local levels in the nucleus. The goal of this study is to increase our understanding of the events that occur in pediatric tumors that lead to the development and/or maintenance of the tumor cells. 

The position will require 40 hours per week and will report to Kyle MacQuarrie, Instructor in Pediatric Hematology/Oncology. 20% of your time will be spent handling administrative tasks (reagent ordering, lab database management) and 80% on bench research (reagent preparation, tissue culture, in situ hybridization, immunostaining, data analysis, other molecular biology techniques). 

Job Responsibilities: 

Following protocols, designs, sets-up, and conducts basic experiments (including transfection, bacterial culture, bacterial adherence and internalization assays, western blotting, PCR, immunofluorescence, DNA isolation).Maintains and propagates airway epithelial cells in culture, including primary cells grown at the air-liquid interface.Analyzes and troubleshoots protocols and data obtained from individual experiments and recommends alternatives and suggestions to improve processes, validity and/or accuracy.  Future routine mouse work monitoring, breeding, tissue collection and processing, and procedures.  Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting and entering data.  Manipulates, interprets and/or presents results. Prepares charts and graphs for presentations and publications.Performs scientific literature searches in support of research.Completes portions of grant applications, manuscripts and publications.Tracks and summarizes lab supply expenses.  Verifies accuracy of invoices. Orders and maintains inventory of reagent, mice and/or lab supplies.Other job functions as assigned.
 

Education and Experience:

Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in a scientific major or related; OR appropriate combination of education and experience.   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

Bachelor's Degree (Required)

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.

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