Research Technologist 1/2
Molecular Biology
- DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression
- Southern, Northern, Western blotting
- PCR, RT-PCR
- Plasmid preparation
- Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA
- Renomcist virus production and purification
- Cellular Biology
- Cell culture, cell isolation
- Functional studies
- Transfection
- Histology
- Tissue fixation/processing: embedding, preparation of blocks and sectioning, staining
- Immunohistochemistry
- Microscopy
- Immunology
- Flow cytometry
- ELISA, Elispot assay
- Cytokine assay
- Antibody production and purification
- Animal Husbandry
- Breeding and screening transgenic mice
- Dissections
- Surgical procedures
- Database management of colony
- Administration
- Maintains detailed records of results
- Collects, extracts & enters data
- Manipulates, interprets &/or presents results
- Prepares charts & graphs for presentations & publications
- Performs scientific literature searches in support of research
- Completes portions of grant applications, manuscripts & publications
- Tracks & summarizes lab supply expenses
- Verifies accuracy of invoices
- Orders &/or maintains inventory of reagent, mice &/or lab supplies
- 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.
- Demonstrated laboratory experience
- Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols
- Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations
- Attention to detail and accurate record keeping
- Ability to work independently and in a team environment
- Manual dexterity
Finance
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Competencies
Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parentalleave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs.
To learn more about the available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html.
Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care.
To learn more about these programs, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html.
Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources.
To learn more about these resources, visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s non-discrimination statement.