Research, Analyst
University of Chicago
Summary
The job performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.
Job description
Job Summary
The job performs routine assignments related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates. Analyzes possible solutions using standard procedures. Writes articles, reports and manuscripts. Assists in drafting presentations on research findings.
Responsibilities
- Fossil preparation of paleontological and archeological material.
- Conservation and stabilization of specimens for research.
- Field coordinator and camp manager for paleontological and archeological expeditions.
- Logistical planning for field expeditions.
- Oversee the logistics for all Fossil Lab exhibits.
- Sample removals for data collection.
- Mold and cast of fossils for research, trade and exhibit displays.
- Paint and mount casts for research, trade and exhibit displays.
- Traditionally and digitally sculptured flesh reconstructions for research, publication and exhibit displays.
- Photographer of specimens for research and publication.
- Assist with fossil lab collections, loans and record keeping.
- Teach educational outreach activities to students/visiting groups.
- Assist with teaching and training Fossil Lab students and volunteers preparation.
- Maintains technical and administrative support for a research project.
- Analyzes and maintains data and/or specimens. Conducts literature reviews. Assists with preparation of reports, manuscripts and other documents.
- Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
Education: Four-year college degree in science or arts.
Experience:
- 5+ years of fossil preparation experience at a working laboratory.
- 5+ yrs Experience in casting and molding.
- 2+ yrs Experience with exhibit management and logistics.
- 5+ Experience managing field expedition logistics and camp management.
- 2+ yrs Experience with fossil preparation training, preservation and conservation methods.
Working Conditions
- Ability to work on site at the Fossil Lab.
- Ability to lift minimum 25 pounds.
Requirements
- College or university degree in related field
- Knowledge and skills developed through < 2 years of work experience in a related job discipline
- Ability to work on site at the Fossil Lab
- Ability to lift minimum 25 pounds
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
Company overview
The University of Chicago is a world-renowned private research university founded in 1890 and located in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood. As a premier academic institution, it operates one of the most comprehensive biomedical research enterprises in the United States through its Biological Sciences Division, which includes over 1,100 faculty members across 10 basic science and 14 clinical departments. The university manages extensive research infrastructure including the University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center, multiple specialized research institutes, and maintains affiliations with Argonne National Laboratory and Fermi National Accelerator Laboratory. With research funding exceeding $450 million annually and more than 3,300 patents filed since 1987, the institution is a global leader in scientific discovery and innovation. The Biological Sciences Division alone supports over 500 research-active faculty who secure an average of $588,000 in NIH funding per principal investigator, focusing on areas including cancer biology, immunology, microbiology, molecular metabolism, neuroscience, and evolutionary biology. The university's commitment to interdisciplinary research and its unique position as manager of national laboratories creates unparalleled opportunities for translational research and scientific advancement.