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Research Technician

Department

BSD HGD - Z. Zhang Lab


About the Department

The central intellectual theme of our department is to understand the roles of genetics and epigenetics in patterning pheno-typic variation in natural populations and in human evolution, health, and disease.


Job Summary

The NeuroEpigenomics lab of Dr. Zhuzhu Zhang at the University of Chicago is looking for a highly motivated research technician who is interested in neurobiology and genomics. Zhang lab (https://zhanglab.odoo.com/) focuses on the epigenomic and gene regulatory mechanisms that shape brain function, both during normal postnatal development and in response to environmental challenges, such as stress and exposure to substances of abuse, using cutting-edge single-cell multi-omics, neuroscience, and computational approaches.

This full-time research technician position will support projects investigating gene regulation and epigenomic mechanisms in the brain. The technician will be involved in molecular biology experiments including single-cell genomics studies, as well as mouse handling and surgical procedures. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in cutting-edge genomics and neuroscience research.

Responsibilities

  • Perform genomics experiments, including molecular cloning, sample preparation and library construction for bulk and single-cell transcriptomics and epigenomics sequencing.

  • Assist with mouse husbandry, surgery, and tissue dissection.

  • Maintain detailed lab records and contribute to lab organization and protocol development.

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

  • 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 degree in biology, neuroscience, or a related field.

Experience:

  • Previous experience in molecular biology or biochemistry.

  • Experience with mouse handling and procedures is strongly preferred.

  • Strong organizational skills, reliability, and attention to detail.

  • Interest in neuroscience, genomics, and gene regulation.

Application Documents

  • CV (required)

  • Contact Information for 3 references (required


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

No


Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No


Pay Rate Type

Hourly


FLSA Status

Non-Exempt


Pay Range

$19.23 - $26.44

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

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.


Posting Statement

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.

 

Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

 

All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history.  A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment.  Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position.

 

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