Research Technician
Company: University of Chicago
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Department BSD NRB - Freedman Lab About the Department We study
how the nervous system works – how it is built, how it operates on
cellular and systems levels, how drugs affect it, and how it is
damaged in neurodegenerative diseases. Our faculty members continue
to make cutting edge contributions to neurobiology research,
attracting significant research grants from leading government
agencies and charitable foundations. At the same time, the
Department of Neurobiology is dedicated to cultivating young
scientists who will take up the quest for discovery to benefit
future generations. Our laboratories are teeming with some of the
brightest minds in the world, all directed at studying the
complexities of the brain. Job Summary The job provides technical
support activities related to scientific research projects. Ensures
compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and
federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates.
Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.
Responsibilities Maintenance of supplies. Work as a member of a
research team training. Managing day-to-day lab operations (e.g.
ordering). Assisting with cell culture (changing media, passaging
cells). Assisting with molecular biology (minipreps, pcr prep,
running gels). Assisting with microscopy. Provides technical and
administrative support for a research project. Collects and enters
data. Assists in analyzing data. Assists with preparation of
reports, manuscripts and other documents. Assists with the
installation, 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
vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience
in related field (not typically required to have a four-year
degree). Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge
and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a
related job discipline. Certifications: Preferred Qualifications
Education: BS in related field. Preferred Competencies Demonstrated
capacity to work independently in an organized, detailed manner
while maintaining a collaborative team environment. Ability to
think abstractly and concretely. 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 No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry
Required No Pay Rate Type Hourly ? FLSA Status Non-Exempt ? Pay
Range $21.63 - $28.85 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 The University of
Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate
on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender, gender identity, or expression, national or ethnic origin,
shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability,
military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected
classes under the law. For additional information please see the
University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Job seekers in need of a
reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should
call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
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that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not
automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the
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