Department

BSD SRF - Biophysics

About the Department

In the era of genomics-driven biology, one must be able to study not only the sequence of genes, but the structures and functions of the molecules they encode, both the proteins and functional RNAs. Characterizing the structure and dynamics of these molecules is crucial to understanding the basis of nearly every cellular function. The purpose of this facility is to provide unimpeded access to state-of-the-art and well-maintained biophysics equipment, integral to the research community at The University of Chicago.

Job Summary

The Research Analyst will assist the core’s Director with all non-technical work and serve as a back-up to ensure the core can provide uninterrupted service to investigators.

The job performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.

Responsibilities

Consolidating and submitting monthly billing to the Office of Shared Research Facilities (OSRF) finance team.

Ordering consumables for the core, ensuring the core is well stocked with supplies.

Helping users with technological and experimental issues.

Updating the facility website, ensuring it contains the most up-to-date information.

Preparing solutions.

Washing the labware and ensuring the facility is clean and orderly.

Other duties as required by the core director.

Ensures all equipment is operating smoothly, which will include some basic IT work to upkeep the computers connected to the core equipment. The core currently has over a dozen instruments.

Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.

Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.

Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry or physics.

Masters strongly preferred.

Experience:

1-2 years of lab experience.

Familiarity with basic laboratory instrumentation and techniques such as the preparation of solutions and proper handling of chemicals.

Preferred Competencies

Excellent math skills.

Basic knowledge of common computer software.

Excellent customer service skills.

Attention to detail.

Application Documents

Resume (required)

Cover Letter (preferred)

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family

Research

Role Impact

Individual Contributor

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

Yes

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Pay Rate Type

Salary

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FLSA Status

Exempt

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Pay Range

$47,500.00 - $61,000.00

The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.

Posting Statement
 

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