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    Visiting Research Specialist (Vlasits Lab) - Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

    Hiring Department :
    Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences

    Location : 1905 W. Taylor St. Chicago, IL 60612

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    Posting Close Date : 6/5/24

    About the University of Illinois Chicago


    UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago.

    UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

    Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges.

    By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.

    Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S.

    News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities.

    UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.


    Description:
    Position Summary

    This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects in the field of neurobiology and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute, and interpret research projects.

    Performs complex laboratory and data collection techniques.

    Duties & Responsibilities
    Collaborate with Principal Investigator and researchers to develop objectives and design of research projects and proposals.
    Formulate and conduct scientific experiments including mouse behavior experiments, immunohistochemistry of retina tissue, and confocal imaging. Perform complex data collection and laboratory techniques. Analyze and evaluate test and research results.
    Replicate, refine and add new research approaches based on project needs. Test, customize and implement new methods, procedures and techniques.
    Develop, write, and maintain comprehensive laboratory protocols and records of experimental results.
    Monitor project developments on an ongoing basis. Propose and implement changes as needed.
    Prepare and implement general laboratory maintenance protocols (e.g. safety, training, waste management, animal).
    Analyze scientific literature and evaluate current research results.
    Maintain an updated lab notebook and data repository.

    Contribute material, prepare results, and assist in the writing of research findings for publications, papers, presentations, grants, and other documents for publication.

    Assist principal investigator in grant and manuscript submission.
    Guide, train and advise lower-level researchers and students on techniques, methods and procedures
    Assist with ordering lab supplies and maintaining laboratory stock and inventories.
    Coordinate appropriate general laboratory training of research personnel to ensure compliance.
    Place orders and lead lab maintenance efforts.
    Performs other duties and special projects as assigned.
    Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.


    Qualifications:
    Minimum Qualifications
    Bachelor's degree in science or related field required. Master's degree in science preferred.
    A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
    Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods.
    Proficient in specific lab research techniques.

    Preferred Qualifications
    Strong communication, organizational, and record-keeping skills.
    Experience with mouse husbandry, microdissections, immunohistochemistry, and microscopy.
    Competent in data analysis/presentation software.


    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

    Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

    The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
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