Top 13 Senior research assistant Jobs in Illinois

Senior Research Associate - Sumitomo Biorational Company LLC
Sumitomo Chemical Group Companies of America —Libertyville, IL
- $73,000 - $91,500 a year
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Profit sharing
- Health savings account
Sr. Plastics Lab Technician
Vivify Company —Glendale Heights, IL
- From $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Data analysis skills
- Continuous improvement
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Senior Clinical Research Associate (level dependent on experience)
CTI Clinical Trial Services, Inc —Chicago, IL
- Hybrid work
- Nursing
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
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Senior Administrative Assistant supporting the Research Science Departments - Hybrid Chicago Loop Office
NORC at the University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Writing skills
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Research and Development Senior Technician, Global Manufacturer
AkzoNobel —Waukegan, IL
- $30 - $33 an hour
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Manufacturing
- Paid parental leave
- Health savings account
Senior Research Associate / Evaluation Scientist
Evalustat, LLC —Chicago, IL
- $60 - $75 an hour
- Contract
- Hybrid work
- Presentation skills
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Psychology
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Sr. Clinical Research Coordinator
The University of Chicago —Orland Park, IL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Microsoft Outlook
- 5 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Senior Clinical Research Associate
ICON Plc —Chicago, IL
- $110,520 - $138,150 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Up to 50% travel
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Senior Clinical Research Associate - Obesity - Central U.S. (Remote)
Worldwide Clinical Trials —Illinois
- $97,000 - $193,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Nursing
- 5 years
- English
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Senior Laboratory Assistant
UL Solutions —Northbrook, IL
- $45,000 - $60,000 a year
- Holidays
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
9d
IEI Lab Technician Sr
Panduit —Lockport, IL
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Online Application
- High school diploma or GED
- Electrical experience
- Mentoring
- Profit sharing
- Health insurance

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Follows all company policies and procedure and ensures compliance, when applicable, federal, state, local and corporate regulations.
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Senior Research Associate - Sumitomo Biorational Company LLC

Sumitomo Chemical Group Companies of America
Libertyville, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$73,000 - $91,500 a year

Benefits

Profit sharing
Health savings account
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Qualifications

Cross-functional collaboration

Full Job Description

About Us:

Sumitomo Biorational Company is a worldwide leader in the research, development, manufacturing, and commercialization of biorational products for the agriculture, public health, and forestry markets. We have more than 60 years of experience bringing biorational products to market, and our products are used in sustainable operations in 95 countries around the world. Biorational products maximize plant quality, productivity, and sustainability.

We operate with the Sumitomo Spirit mindset, which means to benefit both self and others, recognizing that private and public interests are one and the same. It’s about contributing to society, as well as making a profit.

Description of Job: This individual will join Sumitomo Biorational Company’s Synthetic Biology department and contribute to internal metabolic engineering efforts in a variety of host microbial organisms, including prokaryotes and eukaryotes. This position will report to a Sr. Bioinformaticist in Synthetic Biology.

Principal Responsibilities:

Coordinate and conduct all work in strict compliance with applicable safety requirements, containment requirements, standard operating practices, and/or guidelines.

Synthetic Biology

- Assist in the design, build, screen/test, and cultivation of model and non-model organisms including bacteria, yeast, and fungi.
- Perform routine strain engineering workflows and general molecular biology procedures, including DNA and RNA isolation and purification, PCR, sequencing, ligation, assembly, chemical and electrical transformations, and conjugation.
- Development of high-throughput assays, including the design and implementation of plate-based growth assays using Agilent BioTek instruments.
- Perform batch fermentations in either microtiter plates or flasks and prepare samples for submission for downstream organic extraction.
- Support team members by preparing specific solid and liquid media, buffers and reagents to support synthetic biology workflows. Assist with QC and data collection as requested.
- Accurate and well-organized record keeping of all experimental work for the development of SOPs and maintenance of an electronic laboratory notebook.
- Prepare comprehensive slide presentations summarizing key points and results, effectively communicate findings to a larger audience as needed.
- Maintenance of the laboratory including general housekeeping functions, inventory maintenance and organization, and equipment upkeep.
- Assist in the onboarding of research technicians by overseeing training of general lab operations and molecular biology procedures, organizing a clear training schedule and coordinating with other lab members as needed.

Regulatory

- Assist Regulatory permit submissions for the BRC.
- Assist USDA guideline training for all BRC members.

Required skills/experience:

Passion for the expanding field of synthetic biology, especially as it relates to the development of novel products and sustainable solutions.
Experience in microbial cultivation of E. coli and other hosts.
Candidates with experience in one of the following: gram positive bacteria, automation tools or procedures, high-throughput assay or workflow, processing and/or analyzing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) data would be preferred.
Biotechnology software experience, such as Geneious and Snapgene is a plus.
Works well in teams, especially with synthetic biology and microbiology group members but also across other research department functions.
Strong communication, presentation and listening skills.
Must be a self-starter with good organizational skills and detail-oriented.
Will foster a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Education:

BS/MS in Biology, Synthetic Biology, Molecular Biology, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry with 2-5 years of relevant experience in a research environment.

Travel: Limited travel will be required. (<5%)

What We Offer

We recognize that compensation and benefits play a crucial role in your career decisions. That’s why we’re dedicated to equitable pay practices and transparency in how we reward our employees.

Base Salary: The estimated annual base salary for this position ranges from:

$73,000 to $91,500. Individual pay is based upon location, skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible for an incentive program or profit-sharing program in addition to their base salary.

Benefits:

High-quality healthcare coverage starting on day one, with options for medical (HSA/HRA), vision, and dental plans
5% company contribution to your 401(k), plus a quarterly discretionary bonus
Immediate 100% vesting of all retirement contributions
Financial assistance programs to support your goals
Life and disability insurance for added security
Generous paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and volunteer days

Our Commitment to a Sustainable Future

At Sumitomo Biorational Company, we’re proud to power a sustainable future through our work. Sustainability and corporate social responsibility (CSR) have been at the core of our culture since the beginning. Today, they continue to drive everything we do.

Join us in making a meaningful impact and contributing to a better world.

Sumitomo Biorational Company is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and/or identity, national origin, citizenship, immigration status, disabilities, or protected veteran status.

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