Research Analyst

Department BSD RAO - Yao Lab About the Department The Department of Radiation and Cellular Oncology at the University of Chicago is renowned for advancing the field of radiation oncology through pioneering new clinical approaches, the use of cutting-edge technologies, and impactful translational research. Our distinguished and diverse team of physicians, scientists, and physicists collaboratively provide exceptional patient care while driving scientific discoveries that shape the future of cancer treatment. The Yao Lab at The University of Chicagos Biological Sciences Division, Department of Radiation Oncology, aims to elucidate the metabolic regulation in diseases such as cancer and obesity. Our research program employs an interdisciplinary approach, combining cancer immunology and mass spectrometry-based metabolomics to understand the impact of metabolism on immune responses to tumors. 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 Analyst will be involved in projects that utilize mouse models and cellular culture models. The day-to-day work will involve techniques related to animal care, tissue culture, liquid chromatography coupled mass spectrometry (LC/MS), and sample processing in close collaboration with a group of dedicated colleagues. Responsibilities Tissue culture. Flow cytometry. Maintenance of cell cultures, including adherent and suspension cells, transfections, cloning and CRISPR-edited cell cultures. Mouse animal care and routine behavior testing. Breeding and organization of mouse strains in collaboration with group members and animal facility. Help maintain stock solutions, order new supplies. Prepare samples, acquire and analyze LC/MS data. 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. Performs other related work as needed. Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field. Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline. Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Experience: Immunology or LC/MS research experience. Working Conditions Lab environment. 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 Salary FLSA Status Exempt Pay Range $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 The included pay rate or range represents the Universitys 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. 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