Research Assistant-Genetics

Research Assistant-Genetics

Hourly Pay Range: $18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

• Location: Evanston, IL
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours

Position Summary

Two research assistants are needed in a lab that uses human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSC) and iPSC-derived neural cell cultures as cellular models for studying neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders. The Research Assistants will help with different aspects of the lab work and computational analyses, including but not limited to stem cell culture, neuron/organoid differentiation, cell imaging with confocal microscopes, developing high throughput screening assays, CRISPR gene editing, DNA cloning and sequencing, and single-cell RNA-sequencing as well as computational analyses of the data. One research assistant will focus on web-bench work while the other research assistant will also help with data analyses. The Research Assistants are also expected to help with general lab duties and will have the opportunity to work with the PI on grant writing and management.

What You Will Do

• Perform lab work involving a variety of techniques, including but not limited to, PCR, DNA sequencing, DNA/RNA isolation, gene expression, and cell culture.
• Maintain detailed records of results; perform data entry, run genetic application programs and prepare reports.
• Perform general laboratory maintenance tasks; help with research-related ordering and grant management as needed.
• Operate and maintain major lab instruments.
• Running computational programs in R or Python for data analyses (a plus).

What You Will Need

• Education: Bachelor's or master degree in molecular or cellular biology or a related field.
• Experience: Previous lab research experience is required but no minimum length required.
• Unique or Preferred Skills: Knowledge of molecular or cellular biology, genetics or genomics.
• Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect experiment or reporting of results and of notifying appropriate supervisory personnel.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities