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BSD MGC - Mukherjee Lab

About the Department

The Department of Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology - MGCB - operates within the Biological Sciences Division. Its faculty investigate molecular aspects of biological phenomena that operate on a cellular scale. The Department currently represents research on a wide range of biological problems and systems - its internationally recognized strengths include invertebrate and vertebrate development, plant development and plant pathogen interactions, molecular biology, immunology, microbiology, cellular structure and function, and yeast genetics.

The Mukherjee Lab uses genetic, molecular biology and biochemical approaches in bacteria to investigate how collective behaviors arise and shape the development of bacterial communities. Specifically, we aim to understand how bacteria decode and integrate self-generated and environmentally-derived stimuli to control transitions between individual and collective behaviors. More information on the lab can be found at: https://sampritimukherjeelab.uchicago.edu/. This at-will position is wholly or partially funded by contractual grant funding which is renewed under provisions set by the grantor of the contract. Employment will be contingent upon the continued receipt of these grant funds and satisfactory job performance.

Job Summary

The Research Specialist will involve both research and general lab duties; we are looking for candidates interested in gaining experience in molecular biology, biochemistry and microbiology techniques.

The successful candidate will work independently under the supervision of the principal investigator, and in collaboration with a team of scientists, have great communication skills, pay attention to detail, be well-organized and meticulously follow instructions, and show eagerness to learn new skills and grow as a researcher.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and interpret experiments under the supervision of the principal investigator with the goal of publishing the work in high-quality journals. Plus, assist with preparing data for presentations at scientific meetings and for publication in journals.
• Perform supplemental research activities, such as: maintaining detailed records of experimental data, meeting with the principal investigator and other lab personnel to discuss experiments, participating in weekly lab meetings, and reading the scientific literature.
• Assist with general lab duties, such as: lab maintenance, ordering supplies, shipping reagents to other labs, preparing media and solutions, and assisting in the training of new lab members.
• Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
• Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
• Installs, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.
• Maintains recruiting and scheduling research subjects; assisting with developing or amending study protocols; assisting with developing data collection tools; assisting with building databases; and providing general administrative support. Has general awareness in research techniques or methods, regulatory policies and procedures, and relevant scientific field.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:

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

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Microbiology, Molecular and Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field.

Experience:

• Prior experience with molecular cloning, bacterial genetics and cell biology and microscopy.
• Knowledge of standard research techniques relevant to biochemistry and molecular biology.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment and common data analysis software.

Preferred Competencies

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Working Conditions

Lab Environment.

Weekend/Evening hours: Occasional weekend hours required for maintaining bacteria.

Moderate physical activity which includes reaching for materials, carrying materials, safe handling and manipulation of chemicals and biological materials according to approved protocols, writing, computer use, standing at the bench, and bending at th