Senior Research Specialist
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking a full-time Senior Research Specialist to join the Laboratory of Genomic Medicine. The Laboratory of Genomic Medicine is a state-of-the-art translational research laboratory powered by next-generation sequencing (NGS) based technology along with other technology platforms for high throughput genomic analysis.

The laboratory is focused on diagnostic clinical oncology with a goal to optimize and validate NGS-based assays as diagnostic tools for cancer and other human genetic disorders.

The ideal candidate for this position would be self-motivated, well-organized, and reliable. Works under direct supervision, develops skills and learns concepts in research data gathering and analysis. Works on small projects or segments of projects with limited scope and complexity.

For fullest consideration submit resume/curriculum vitae to: http://jobs.uic.edu, job id #143816.

The University of Illinois at Chicago and the State of Illinois offer competitive wages, benefit programs and resources for employees. UIC is strongly committed to providing equitable benefit options throughout each stage of employment. Many benefits become effective on the first day of employment. Benefits offered by UIC include health care options, wellness programs, educational opportunities, tuition assistance, vacations, holidays and other leave benefits, and University retirement plans. Detailed information on specific employee benefits may be found online at: https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/benefits/.

The University of Illinois at Chicago is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Job Responsibilities

• Follows written lab procedures for correct handling and processing of specimens
• Performs lab procedures of moderate and high complexity in accordance with standards set forth in the laboratory
• Manipulate and operate simple and complex laboratory equipment including computers and sequencers; perform maintenance and limited tear down and replacement of parts of laboratory equipment; problem-solve equipment malfunctions
• Knowledge in molecular biology related protocols (including DNA/RNA preparation and quantification, hybridization, PCR, multiplex amplification, Next Generation Sequencing required)
• Solid understanding of genetics, NGS technology, and statistics
• Data analysis including scripting, programming, statistical analyses
• Performs molecular tests according to SOP for diagnostic and research samples
• Performs research data gathering and downstream data processing and bioinformatics  analysis
• Maintains and operates laboratory equipment and maintains lab inventory 
• Assists in the orientation and training of new employees. Participates in the training of technical staff and monitors their progress with supervisor

   

   

   

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences or related field required, Maters preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years related research experience
• Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods
• Experience in working with different widely used genomic analysis pipelines preferred
• Experience with programming using UNIX/LINUX clusters preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Proficient in specific lab research techniques