CareerPlan

Research Technician

Chicago, IL, USFull-time$50k2026-10-05 → 2026-11-10

Core

Process and analyze patient biospecimens to study host-microbe interactions in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and perianal Crohn's disease.

Role type

Research Technician (Mucosal Immunology/IBD)

Builds

Research data and samples for understanding IBD pathogenesis and therapy response

Domain

Biomedical research / Gastroenterology / Immunology

Required skills

cell isolation, RNA isolation, library preparation for RNA sequencing, flow cytometry, tissue processing for microscopy, ELISA, data analysis

Preferred skills

experience with human samples, genomics, microscopy, molecular biology

Technologies

flow cytometry, RNA sequencing, ELISA, microscopy

Responsibilities

Isolate and freeze cells from peripheral blood mononuclear cells and intestinal biopsies; Perform RNA isolation and library preparation for RNA sequencing; Perform flow cytometry experiments and ELISA; Perform tissue processing for microscopy; Collect, record, and analyze data; Participate in presentation, manuscript, and grant proposal preparation; Maintain a safe laboratory environment.

Seniority

Entry-level, hands-on IC