Department
BSD MED - Cardiology - Arora Research Staff
About the Department
Our section prides itself on its strong and integrated programs in clinical care, research, and education. The strength of our clinical programs is essential not only to our ability to provide excellent patient care, but to our ability to perform research that advances the frontiers of clinical practice and to train future generations of physicians. Our research programs allow us to advance the scientific basis and clinical practice and to train researchers who can carry this scientific mission into the future.
Job Summary
Responsibilities
Overall organizer/lead for all lab experiments and lab schedules for the Arora lab.
Oversee external lab collaborations while also managing overall project outcomes.
Adhere and ensure all protocols and compliance are followed for lab, safety, staff and animals as the lead.
Preparation and maintenance of all ACUC protocols.
Assist with animal experimentation, including large animal cardiovascular research.
Ensures compliance with federal regulations and institutional policies.
May prepare and maintain protocol submissions and revisions.
Perform daily pacemaker interrogations and health checks on dogs.
Maintain and organize veterinary and experimental records. Ensure information on animal health or behavior changes is communicated to veterinary team.
Assist vets with surgeries and procedures. Clean, sterilize and pack surgical instruments.
Help with lab maintenance, ordering of supplies, stocking shelves, clean up.
Perform basic lab technique (making of buffers, pipetting, immunoblots, PCR, microscopy).
Performing experiments for specific projects. Record findings/results.
Maintains technical and administrative support for a research projects.
Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
Develops SOWs, project charters, and project plans
Applies research principles and relevant subject matter knowledge relevant to administer a research project. With a moderate level of direction, manages lab and/or research-related duties and tasks. Helps develop, design and conduct research projects according to plan.
Supports data collection and analytical needs of research projects. Conducts literature reviews and helps write reports and manuscripts. Ensures project compliance with different policies, procedures, directives, and mandates.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience:
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree.
Preferred Competencies
Excellent communication skills, orally and written.
Create and deliver presentations.
Develop and manage interpersonal relationships.
Maintain a high level of alertness.
Ability to multi-task successfully.
Prioritize work appropriately and meet deadlines.
Work autonomously, effectively, and collegially.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
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Job Family
Role Impact
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
Pay Rate Type
FLSA Status
Pay Range
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
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
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