New 
Research Specialist - Natural Sciences
 University of Illinois Chicago | |
 United States, Illinois, Chicago | |
 Jul 29, 2025 | |
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Research Specialist - Natural Sciences Research Specialist- Natural Sciences Hiring Department: Department of Psychiatry Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1036174 Posting Close Date: 08/12/2025 Salary: The salary for this position is $54,000 The salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. 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. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. Job Summary: This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret research projects. Performs complex laboratory and data collection techniques. the Research Specialist- Natural Sciences with expertise in the state-of-the-art gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS) quantification of neurosteroids, a critical component of our ongoing studies for which we are known nationwide as one of the very few laboratories who established and perform this methodology. Position directly supports our mission to advance biomarker development and precision medicine approaches for neuropsychiatric disorders, aligning with our strategic goals in women's mental health, PTSD, and mood disorders. Researcher will play a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of neurosteroid quantification, which is a cornerstone of our funded research projects. Their expertise as a post-doc enables the integration of clinical perspectives with lab methodologies, bridging the gap between translational research and clinical applications. This position will foster our ability to process and analyze neuroactive steroid quantification by GC-MS in clinical samples of human pathologies including PTSD, MDD, post-partum depression, and alcohol use disorder in a timely and efficient manner and fulfill the requirements of this work with our collaborators. This position is 100% directly funded by grants. Job Responsibilities (Essential Duties): Collaborate with Principle Investigator and researchers to develop objectives and design of research projects and proposals. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Job Knowledge & Skills, Education, Experience: Bachelor's degree in science or related field required. Master's degree in science preferred. A minimum of 3 years' related research experience. Possess and apply comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods. Proficient in specific lab research techniques. Best Candidate: Performs surveys, interviews, observations or uses other methods according to established research protocols. Assist with documentation of study procedures and participant data in REDCap. Collect, process, and analyze data. Summarize research and test results. May assist with study protocol development. Coordinate the ordering, inventory and maintenance of equipment, instruments and data collection and analysis tools. Communication: Prepare and contribute statistical data and pertinent information for papers, grants, and other documents. Complete required documentation for regulatory agencies. Specific tasks include following established research protocols to recruit and consent participants, collect and manage quantitative and qualitative data, coordinate the maintenance of data collection and analyses tools (e.g., via REDCap), and maintain positive relationships with community partners. Master's degree in related field. Two-year related research experience. Experience working with pregnant women population. For fullest consideration, please submit a Cover Letter and CV/Resume with your application. All applications must be submitted online through the following UIC Job Board: https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit https://www.hr.uillinois.edu/cms/One.aspx?portalId=4292&pageId=1411899 The University of Illinois at Chicago is an equal opportunity employer including Disability/Vets. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer. Background checks will be performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Please visit: Required Employment Notices and Posters - System Human Resource Services to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. To request Accommodation: Request an Accommodation | Careers | University of Illinois Chicago 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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