Northwestern University

Department: MED-Dermatology

Salary/Grade: NEX/11

Job Summary:

Research Technologist for the Skin Tissue Engineering and Morphology (STEM) Core of the Skin Biology and Diseases Resource-based Center (SBDRC), an internationally known Core for providing state-of-the-art services and training in skin culture models. Will be involved in research to develop 3D organoid models of skin with multiple cell types with healthy, gene-engineered, and patient-derived cells. Interfaces with dozens of scientists at Northwestern who use services of the SBDRC. Provides skin cell-related services to users, maintains STEM Core cell biobank, places required orders, develops new services, maintains billing and inventory information, and generates reports. Participates in design and execution of research. Conducts experimental tests and procedures and processes and analyzes data. Reviews and revises existing research methodologies. Will be trained to process 3D model sections and other tissue sections for histopathology. Contributes to research and development efforts of the STEM Core, with the aim to keep us at the leading edge of cutaneous biology. Ensures overall lab compliance with all associated rules and regulations.

This is a one-year term position, with the opportunity for renewal based on funding availability and performance.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Conducts research related to human and mouse skin cells to impact epithelial-related science, provide services to core facility users, and develop new services in association with the Directors’ Research and Development initiatives.
• Following overall research objectives, independent designs, plans, conducts and troubleshoots experiments.
• Maintains the STEM Core biobank
• Trains in all culture procedures and histologic preparations as requested by clientele
• Evaluates protocols and data obtained from groups of experiments and recommends changes to processes, procedures and techniques to improve quality and validity of results based upon overall project objectives.
• An advanced level in many of the stated skills is required

Cellular Biology:

• Sterile technique
• Cell culture, cell isolation
• Functional studies
• Transfection
• Microscopy

Administration

• Maintains detailed records of cell biobank and protocols
• Observes experiments, collects, records, summarizes, analyzes and interprets research data.

Finance

• Negotiates purchases with vendors.
• Tracks and summarize lab supply expenses.
• Verifies accuracy of invoices.
• Orders and/or maintain inventory of reagent and lab supplies.

Miscellaneous

Completes other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications: (Education, experience, and any other certifications or clearances)

• BS in a biomedical science and >2 years’ experience in tissue culture techniques; or 4 years practical lab/bench experience; or a research-based MS in biomedical sciences.

Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)

• Demonstrated laboratory experience
• Aseptic technique in cell and tissue culture
• Demonstrated ability to be trained and follow detailed instructions as required by research protocols
• Demonstrated computer skills, including spreadsheets and basic computations
• Attention to detail and accurate record keeping
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Use of Microsoft Office Suite

Preferred Qualifications: (Education and experience)

• MS with >2 years experience in related field

Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)

• Proficiency in skin cell isolation and culture from human and mouse tissue

Target hiring range for this position will be between $20.00-$31.08 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data

Benefits:

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

Work-Life and Wellness:

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We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html to learn more.

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