Department ​
 
BSD OBG - Lengyel Lab

About the Department

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The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology has 136 clinical providers, providing care at the main hospital in Hyde Park and seven off site locations. We have more than 68,000 outpatient visits, 28,000 ultrasound visits, 2,800 deliveries, and 3,300 surgeries per year. Teaching, research, and the highest quality clinical care are top priorities for the Department. The residency and fellowship programs are highly ranked and have a history of training leaders in healthcare. The Department also has a significant research enterprise, engaging in population health studies, as well as research conducted in wet laboratories on tumor biology, fibroid research, and hypertensive diseases in pregnancy. Additionally, the Section of Family Planning has established a unique research center, CI3, which focuses on reproductive policy and innovations in sexual and reproductive health. The department was ranked #16 on the 2022-2023 U.S. News & World Report.
The overall goal of the laboratory is to enhance our understanding of human ovarian cancer biology. Our laboratory studies the role of the microenvironment in ovarian cancer development and progression; using knowledge gained to develop novel treatments for metastatic ovarian cancer.
The approaches we take encompass primary cell and organ culture, mammalian cell culture, molecular biology, structural biochemistry, biochemistry, genomics, and transgenic mouse models. As a translational research laboratory, we have access to primary human tissue, including tissue microarrays of ovarian cancer. We collaborate with the pharmaceutical industry to test new compounds for ovarian cancer treatment in vitro and in vivo, and are part of phase I and phase II clinical studies examining new treatments for gynecologic cancers. The laboratory currently employs five postdoctoral scientists, 2 staff scientists, seven research support assistants and two research professors, and is situated in the Gordon Center for Integrative Science at the University of Chicago. The Center provides laboratory space for approximately 40 different research groups and encourages an integrative approach to science by bringing a Howard Hughes Medical Institute, biochemists, structural biologists, chemists, and cancer biologists together under one roof.
We offer comprehensive and structured training in translational research with access to all aspects of basic and clinical cancer treatment. A strong background in molecular and cellular biology is important and expertise in protein biochemistry and/or transgenic mouse models preferred. We are seeking candidates who are self-motivated, career-oriented and able to take full advantage of the opportunities given. Our approach to science is highly collaborative.

Job Information ​
 

Job Summary:

The Temporary Research Assistant provides basic technical support activities related to scientific research projects. Complies with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Assists in updating inventory files.

Responsibilities:

• Assists in organizing the laboratory.

• Works collaboratively with the team and collaborators.

• Records data.

• This job provides administrative support in a laboratory environment.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Competencies:

• Organization.

• Problem-solving.

• Collaboration and Independence.

• Attention to detail.

• Communication.

• Comfort working with a team.

Additional Requirements ​​
 

Education, Experience, or Certifications:

Education:

• Currently pursuing High School degree or already obtained high school/GED degree required.

Experience:

• Experience of interest in relevant research area preferred.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Current valid driver's license required.

• Other licenses or certifications needed for this position as required by law required.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit in front of a computer for an extended duration.

• Standard office environment.

• Lab work environment.

Required Documents:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Benefit Eligibility ​
 
No

Requires Compliance with University Covid-19 Vaccination Requirement
 

No

Pay Frequency ​
 
Hourly

Pay Range
 
Depends on Qualifications

Scheduled Weekly Hours ​
 
10

Union ​
 
Non-Union

Job is Exempt
 
No

Drug Test Required
 
No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 
No

Health Screen Required
No

Posting Date ​
 
2023-06-27

Remove from Posting On or Before ​
 
2023-12-27

Posting Statement: ​​
 

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