This is a fantastic opportunity for a dedicated Research Technician to join a cutting-edge Genomic Research Center in North Chicago, IL. You'll be working at the forefront of cell and molecular biology, playing a crucial role in projects involving human-induced pluripotent stem cells (hiPSC), CRISPR editing, and high-throughput functional screening. The facility is a leading environment dedicated to advancing scientific breakthroughs and offers state-of-the-art resources. This is an exciting role for a highly motivated individual with significant hands-on lab experience who thrives in both independent and collaborative settings and possesses a sharp attention to detail.
location: North Chicago, Illinois
job type: Contract
salary: $25.00 - 29.94 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Conduct routine experimental protocols and procedures in the wet lab.
- Maintain tissue culture, including stem cells and stem cell-derived cells.
- Accurately record experimental setups, SOP protocols, and data quality control.
- Support extended hiPSC differentiation protocols, requiring daily attention.
- Perform molecular and cell biology experiments such as qRT-PCR, immunofluorescence, and Western blot analyses.
- Maintain efficient and continuous communication with the manager and team members.
- Support team members with routine cell culture procedures, including media preparation and reagent aliquoting.
qualifications:
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in biochemistry or molecular cell biology.
- At least three years of independent hands-on laboratory experience.
- Trained and experienced in using aseptic techniques in a laminar flow biosafety cabinet.
- Significant cell culture expertise, including maintenance, freezing, thawing, and passaging.
- Proficiency in biochemical assays such as Western blot or WES, immunofluorescence, and flow cytometry.
- Skilled in molecular biology techniques such as RNA extraction, cDNA synthesis, and RT-qPCR.
- Knowledge of serial dilution and calculation of solution concentration.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Highly organized in planning long experimental protocols (may sometimes require working on weekends).
- Experience with culturing human iPSC (induced pluripotent stem cells).
- Experience with differentiating iPSC into brain cell types.
skills: Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Flow Cytometry, Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Western Blot
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
