Research Technologist

Research Technologist, Section of Transplant Surgery, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Research Technologist, Section of Transplant Surgery, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL

Description:

The Research Technologist in the Section of Transplant Surgery will perform research as a member of the Islet Cell research team under the direction of the Principal Investigator (PI). The Research Tech will focus on tolerance and antirejection techniques in transplantation. The overall goal of this work is developing new insights, diagnostics, and therapeutics leading to enhanced acceptance of transplanted allografts. Performs experiments; records and analyzes results; prepares reports on experimental data for review and analysis by the PI. Contributes to the research projects / program being conducted with specific and unique skills from an extensive, demonstrated background and technical expertise in molecular biology, immunology, and cell biology.

Qualifications:  

Bachelor's degree or higher in biology or related field required; Master's degree or higher in biology or related field preferred; experience in molecular biology, immunology, and cell biology required; excellent laboratory techniques required; experience in cell culture required; experience in T regulatory cell expansion preferred; strong analytical and statistical skills required; knowledge of standard computer software and data analysis techniques preferred exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail required; excellent communication and interpersonal skills required; strong initiative and a resourceful approach to learning and problem solving preferred.

The University of Chicago and its Medical Center are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.

Contact:

See the following Web site link.

Web Site Link:

https://jobopportunities.uchicago.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=507080

Identifiers:

Main Category: Research

Subcategory: Research Technologist

TPDC Position ID: ILUC-2010-0008

Position ID or Job Requisition No: 507080 / 083965

UNOS ID or Other ID: ILUC

City: Chicago

State/Province: Illinois

Country: USA

Date Posted: 03-01-10

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