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Research Assistant-Genetics

Evanston, IL · On-site

$18.84 - $27.32/hr

Hourly Pay Range: $18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate ... Running computational programs in R or Python for data analyses (a plus). What you will need:

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Research Assistant-Genetics

Research Assistant-Genetics

Endeavor Health

Evanston, IL

$18.84 - $27.32/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago


Endeavor Health rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 392 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Hourly Pay Range:

$18.84 - $27.32 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

Position Highlights:

  • Position: Research Assistant-Genetics

  • Location: Evanston, IL

  • Full Time/Part Time: Full time

  • Hours: Monday-Friday, 40 hours

Position Summary:

Two research assistants are needed in a lab that uses human induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSC) and iPSC-derived neural cell cultures as cellular models for studying neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders. The Research Assistants will help with different aspects of the lab work and computational analyses, including but not limited to stem cell culture, neuron/organoid differentiation, cell imaging with confocal microscopes, developing high throughput screening assays, CRISPR gene editing, DNA cloning and sequencing, and single-cell RNA-sequencing as well as computational analyses of the data. One research assistant will focus on web-bench work while the other research assistant will also help with data analyses. The Research Assistants are also expected to help with general lab duties and will have the opportunity to work with the PI on grant writing and management.

What you will do:

  • Perform lab work involving a variety of techniques, including but not limited to, PCR, DNA sequencing, DNA/RNA isolation, gene expression, and cell culture. X

  • Maintain detailed records of results; perform data entry, run genetic application programs and prepare reports.

  • Perform general laboratory maintenance tasks; help with research-related ordering and grant management as needed

  • Operate and maintain major lab instruments.

  • Running computational programs in R or Python for data analyses (a plus).

What you will need:

  • Education: Bachelor's or master degree in molecular or cellular biology or a related field

  • Experience: Previous lab research experience is required but no minimum length required.

  • Unique or Preferred Skills: Knowledge of molecular or cellular biology, genetics or genomics.

  • Capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect experiment or reporting of results and of notifying appropriate supervisory personnel.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

  • Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee's job (For eligible positions)

  • Incentive pay for select positions

  • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

  • Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development

  • Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options

  • Tuition Reimbursement

  • Free Parking

  • Wellness Program Savings Plan

  • Health Savings Account Options

  • Retirement Options with Company Match

  • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

  • Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best".

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information.

At Endeavor Health, we are united by a shared commitment to working together to create a culture of connection and belonging-each of us bringing different skills and experiences as we deliver safe, seamless, and personal care. Every person, every time. We are committed to fostering an environment where all team members can be their best, learn, and pursue excellence together.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.


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