Department: MED-Biochem&Molecular Genetics
Salary/Grade: NEX/11

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic individual to join an academic laboratory and work on research projects related to cancer epigenetics. Collects, analyzes and reviews results, and supervises development and implementation of new protocols. Reviews technical operations ensuring that all processes, protocols and procedures are quality controlled and functioning up to standards. Assists in training lab members and collaborates with research project team members. Attends and participates in related lab and research related meetings. Performs literature reviews, co-authors scientific papers for presentation and publication and coordinates writing, submission, and administration of grants.

Please note: Ability to work extended hours or on weekends on an occasional basis depending on the project.

Conducts experimental research lab work and/or assists in design of one or more specific phase(s) of entire project(s). May complete mathematical calculations, and/or computer tasks and/or assist in judging validity of data. Follows appropriate protocols, policies, procedures, regulations, Good Clinical and Good Laboratory Practices.

Specific Responsibilities:

Curriculum Implementation

• Partner with the Director and other key stakeholders within Kellogg and across NU in developing and
• Following protocols, designs, sets-up and conducts basic experiments.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots protocols and data obtained from individual experiments and recommends alternatives and suggestions to improve processes, validity and/or accuracy.
• Using a fully functioning level of skill, completes the following activities (please highlight):
• Commitment to accuracy, high attention to detail and ability to work independently are critical competencies for the role.

Molecular Biology:

• DNA, RNA, Protein isolation, purification and expression
• Western blotting
• PCR, RT-PCR
• Plasmid preparation
• Cloning, mapping and sequencing of DNA
• Recombinant virus production and purification
• Chromatin Immunoprecipitation (ChIP)
• DNA and RNA library preparation for NGS data analysis
• Affinity chromatography

Cellular Biology:

• Cell culture, cell isolation
• Functional studies
• Transfection
• Stable cell line generation

Administration

• Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering 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.

Finance

• Tracks & summarizes lab supply expenses.
• Verifies accuracy of invoices.
• Orders &/or maintains inventory of reagent, &/or lab supplies.

Supervises

• Trains students.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

• 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.

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• 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.

Target hiring range for this position will be between $19.31 to $27.16 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Benefits:
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:
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We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

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