Research Scientist Job at Rush University, Chicago, IL

  • Rush University
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: IM Community Epi-Res Adm

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

Shift: Shift 1

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

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (

Pay Range: $29.36 - $42.61 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:

This position is designs, initiates and performs complex scientific research experiments and prepares final reports and papers based on experimental results. Plans and directs experiments for research which includes the planning and execution of procedures for the collection, maintenance, culture and banking of research specimens. Exemplifies the Rush mission, vision and values and acts in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Required Job Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in basic sciences or relevant field.

• 3 years of research experience.

• Strong software skills and experience with word processing, spread sheets and data base management.

• Excellent communication and analytical skills.

• Good technical writing skills.

• Ability to prioritize and manage own work.

• Clear interest in collaborative, multidisciplinary teamwork.

• Highly-motivated, enthusiastic and detail-oriented.

• Ability to work independently.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Doctoral Degree.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the methods, management and organization of laboratory. Plans, directs and conducts research experiments and activities.

• Identifies research projects, experiments and potential research directions related to research activities; collects, evaluates, interprets and provides documentation of research data to accomplish research objectives. Maintains careful records of all work performed.

• Provides direction and training to other laboratory personnel, residents and students.

• Provides assistance with data collection and preparation of manuscripts, research papers, and/or grant proposals for presentation and/or publication.

• Maintains a safe laboratory environment and ensures compliance with governmental and University policies, procedures, rules and regulations.

• Operates and maintains laboratory and specialized scientific equipment in the lab space. Ensures that laboratory supplies are maintained on a consistent basis.

• Collaborates with statistician, research coordinators and staff from other departments.

• May be responsible for animal handling and for working with animal tissues.

• Other duties as assigned.

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 Research Scientist

Location US:IL:Chicago

Req ID 29487

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Shift work

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