Northwestern University · 19 hours ago
Research Technologist 2 - Bevan lab
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$19.89/hr - $24.86/hrNorthwestern University is a prestigious institution that conducts extensive research in various fields. The Research Technologist 2 will conduct experimental lab work, assist in project design, and ensure adherence to protocols while maintaining detailed records and managing laboratory supplies.
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Responsibilities
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:
Histology
Tissue fixation/processing: perfusion, sectioning, Immunohistochemistry
Confocal microscopy
Animal
Husbandry
Breeding and screening transgenic mice
Dissections
Blood collection
Surgical procedures
Database management of colony
Other (please Specify)
Routine solution/buffer/fixative preparation
Administration
Maintains detailed records of results which may include collecting, extracting & entering data
Manipulates, interprets &/or presents results
Completes portions of grant applications, manuscripts & publications
Finance
Tracks & summarizes lab supply expenses
Verifies accuracy of invoices
Orders &/or maintains inventory of reagent, mice &/or lab supplies
Supervises
Trains students
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
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
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
Benefits
Meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans
Retirement benefits
Tuition discounts
Comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities
Flexible work arrangements
Programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care
Employee career development
Variety of tools and resources
Company
Northwestern University
Northwestern University is a private research and teaching university that offers academic programs across various fields of study. It is a sub-organization of Northwestern Athletics.
Founded in 1851
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (325)
2024 (308)
2023 (280)
2022 (282)
2021 (184)
2020 (155)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$98.02MKey Investors
National Peanut BoardAdvanced Research Projects Agency for HealthGRAMMY Museum
2024-10-30Grant
2024-10-04Grant· $34M
2023-11-28Grant· $0.02M
Leadership Team
Diego Klabjan
Professor
Henry Bienen
Interim President
Recent News
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