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Visiting Research Specialist - College of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences - Mankin Lab
Visiting Research Specialist - College of Pharmacy - Pharmaceutical Sciences - Mankin Lab
Hiring Department: Pharmaceutical Sciences
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1030661
Posting Close Date: March 11, 2025
Salary: The salary range for this position is $44,000 - $55,000.
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
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The Mankin & Vasquez-Laslop lab studies molecular mechanisms of protein synthesis. We are investigating how the ribosome, the most ancient and sophisticated molecular machine of the cell, makes proteins, how translation factors help it in this endeavor, and how antibiotics prevent it from doing its job. We are also engineering the ribosome to enable new functions and getting insights in its origin and evolution.
Duties & Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in science or related field required.
- A minimum of 3 years of related research experience.
- Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices, and methods.
- Proficient in specific lab research techniques.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or Microbiology preferred.
- Previous experience with lab work.
- Protein and DNA/RNA handling experience is preferred.
- Previous experience with gene cloning.
- Previous experience with DNA and/or RNA analysis, including gel electrophoresis.
- Prior research lab experience outside of coursework is preferred.
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Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Science, Biology, Biochemistry, or Microbiology preferred.
- Previous experience with lab work.
- Protein and DNA/RNA handling experience is preferred.
- Previous experience with gene cloning.
- Previous experience with DNA and/or RNA analysis, including gel electrophoresis.
- Prior research lab experience outside of coursework is preferred.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
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Salary : $44,000 - $55,000
