Extra Help - Research Technologist I - Pathology

Extra Help - Research Technologist I - Pathology

This Position is temporary and limited to 900 hours.

Hiring Department : Pathology

Location : Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID : 1041950

Hours per Week : 20

# of Positions : 1

Workplace Type : On-Site

Posting Close Date : Friday, July 17, 2026

Salary: The rate of pay for this position is $23.00 per hour.

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.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of the PI and senior lab members, perform standard laboratory procedures and provide day-to-day support for NIH-funded studies in reproductive toxicology and environmental health.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Process human biological samples (urine, blood) following established protocols, including centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling, and cryogenic storage.
• Assist with isolation of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) under direct supervision of a postdoctoral fellow, following a step-by-step established protocol.
• Perform routine H&E staining of tissue sections and assist with histology workspace preparation, slide labeling, and reagent replenishment following posted protocols.
• Apply established image analysis workflows (e.g., morphometric measurements) in under supervision, using pre-configured protocols; organize image files per lab SOP.
• Restock consumables (tips, tubes, gloves), label supplies and containers, and keep benches and shared spaces orderly.
• Wash, rinse, and autoclave glassware and plasticware; run and record sterilization cycles per SOP.
• Collect and stage laboratory waste (biological, chemical, and sharps) following posted procedures.
• Perform other closely related duties as assigned that are consistent with the Research Technologist I classification.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in biological, chemical, or medical sciences (such as biology, pharmacology/toxicology, microbiology, chemistry, nutrition, physiology, or medical technology), or a closely related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability and willingness to follow written and verbal instructions and lab safety procedures.
• Reliability, attention to detail, and ability to maintain accurate written records.

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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Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.