Temporary General Tech
The University of Chicago

Job Info

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Department

BSD DFI - Staff

About the Department

The Duchossois Family Institute (DFI) investigates the role of the microbiome in resistance and susceptibility to infectious, inflammatory, and autoimmune diseases. The microbiome consists of complex populations of microbes that can be characterized by DNA and RNA sequencing. Research technical assistants in laboratory are involved in supporting the research goals of the DFI.
Job Information


Job Summary:
To provide general research laboratory project assistance in the research laboratory of Eric Pamer.

Responsibilities:

• This project focuses on the microbiome and technical assistance needed for relevant ongoing research studies.
  

Competencies:

• Ability to handle complex issues, influence and problem-solve.
  
• Ability to interact comfortably with senior executives, faculty, and staff.
  
• Ability to develop collaborative relationships throughout the University community.
  
• Ability to effectively manage a heavy workload, competing priorities and tight deadlines.
  
• Ability to effectively make decisions that represent the mission, values and strategic plan of the organization and leaders.
  
• Ability to handle highly confidential and sensitive materials and situations.
  
• Ability to have words, actions and behavior reflect a high level of integrity.
  

Additional Requirements


Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• High School diploma or GED required.

Experience:

• 1-2 years of experience in the related field required.

Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Intermediate to Advanced skills in Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Lab Environment.

Required Documents:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
  

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

Benefit Eligibility

No

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement

Yes
Pay Frequency

Hourly
Pay Range

Depends on Qualifications
Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5
Union

Non-Union
Job is Exempt

No
Drug Test Required

No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required

No
Health Screen Required
No
Posting Date

2022-05-27-07:00
Remove from Posting On or Before

2022-11-27-08:00
Posting Statement:


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