Hourly Research Specialist – Yoon Lab

The Dr. Sang-Oh Yoon lab at the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Medicine seeks a talented Hourly Research Specialist to actively participate in the execution of ongoing research projects focused on cancer biology. The University of Illinois at Chicago is an R1-level public institution hosting cutting-edge resources and facilities for biomedical research.

Primary Responsibilities

• Order lab supplies and perform general laboratory maintenance, including organizing laboratory and maintaining laboratory equipment, stock, and inventories
• Aid in preparing and implementing general laboratory maintenance protocols (e.g., safety, training, waste management, animal, etc.)
• Collaborate with the Principal Investigator (PI) and other investigators for research
• Assist the PI in generating data, making figures, and manuscript writing/editing for grant applications, publications, and presentations
• Perform cell and molecular biology research experiments such as cell culture, transfection, immunoblot (Western blot) analysis, plasmid prep, and cloning with plasmids

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, or a related field and a minimum of 1 year of research experience. Undergraduate research experience is also considered. The applicants must be passionate about cancer research, organized, and work efficiently in a collaborative environment. Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

To apply, please visit: UIC Job Board and upload a cover letter, CV, and the names and contact information for three references by May 31, 2022. If you have any questions, please email at syoon1@uic.edu.

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

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre-employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre-employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899