Research Technical Assistant

Responsibilities

• This job provides technical and administrative support in a laboratory environment performing basic laboratory techniques, research and analysis under direction.
• Provides routine or standardized laboratory duties by collecting data in support of research projects under direct supervision.
• Collects and enters data. Assists in analysis of data and with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
• Complies with institution, state and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Requirements

• Education:
• Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
• Work Experience:
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through
• Certifications:
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• Application Documents
• Resume (required)
• Cover letter (preferred)
• The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.
• 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
• Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
• Pay Rate Type
• Hourly
• FLSA Status
• Non-Exempt
• Pay Range
• $19.23 - $26.44 The included pay rate or range represents the University's 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 .
• Posting Statement
• Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

Benefits

Additional Information

Department BSD NRB - Kratsios Lab About the Department Our research is uncovering fundamental principles of the nervous system--how brain circuits give rise to behavior and thought, how the nervous system develops across the lifetime, and how brain function is disrupted by neurological disease and mental illness. Job Summary The job provides basic technical support activities related to scientific research projects. Complies with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings. This position is expected to end in July 2027.

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