• Lab Research Assistant 2

    Rush University Medical Center (Chicago, IL)


    Job Description

    Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

     

    Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

    Department: Int Med Rheumatology-Res Adm

    **Work Type:** Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

    **Shift:** Shift 1

    **Work Schedule:** 8 Hr (8:00AM - 4:30PM)

     

    Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

     

    **Pay Range:** $21.61 - $34.04 per hour

     

    Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

    Summary:

    Under minimal supervision of basic science (biological) / clinical scientists or laboratory supervisor, processes samples and conducts both specialized and complex laboratory tests, procedures and experiments in accordance with study protocols. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

    Required Job Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's degree with 3 years of laboratory experience.

    • Knowledge of both basic and specialized laboratory instruments and software programs.

    • Advanced knowledge of standard experimental design.

    • Proficient knowledge of best practice laboratory practice and principles including their application.

    • Attention to detail and accuracy.

    • Strong oral and written communication.

    • Insert study details and details of testing not covered by standard description.

    • Strong analytic skills.

    Preferred Job Qualifications:

    • Master's degree with three years’ experience.

    Responsibilities:

    1. Under direction of Principal Investigator (PI) and/or scientist conducts both specialized and complex research procedures and experiments.

    2. Processes specimens and performs detailed manual test. The range of test types and specialization will vary based on the size and type of laboratory.

    3. Analyze and interpret results for research samples such as cell lines, body fluids, such as blood, urine, and tissue samples, and records findings.

    4. Operate sophisticated laboratory equipment. Use automated equipment and computerized instruments capable of performing a number of tests at the same time.

    5. Follow good laboratory safety practices and comply with safety protocols. Demonstrates and trains other lab staff in proper use and operation of laboratory techniques and equipment.

    6. Log data and experiment results in laboratory notebooks and discuss with researcher and team.

    7. Recommend protocol and experiment modifications. May assist in protocol development.

    8. Uses independent judgement in applying or adapting scientific techniques.

    9. Documents results, recommend procedure/protocol revisions to address.

    10. May prioritize lab assignments, delegate procedures, and train less experienced staff.

    11. Develop data exhibits for publication or manuscripts including creation of graphics and other research related diagrams.

    12. May conduct literature review and prepare summary for investigators as requested.

     

    Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

     

    **Position** Lab Research Assistant 2

    **Location** US:IL:Chicago

    **Req ID** 18630