Research, Technician

Job Summary The job provides technical support activities related to scientific research projects. Ensures compliance of research activities with institutional, state, and federal regulatory policies, procedures, directives and mandates.

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 installation and de-installation of exhibits: Dinosaurs of the Sahara, SuperCroc, and Spinosaurus, traveling both domestically and internationally.

Sample removals for data collection. Molding and casting of fossils for research, trade and exhibit displays. Paint and mount casts for research, trade and exhibits.

Traditionally and digitally sculpted flesh reconstructions for research, publication and exhibit displays. Photographer of specimens for research and publication.

Assists with fossil lab collections, loans and record keeping. Provides technical and administrative support for a research project. Assists with the installation, sets up and performs experiments; interacting with students and other laboratory staff under the direction of the principal investigator.

Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications Education: Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).

Work Experience: Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.

Certifications: --- Preferred Qualifications Education: Bachelor degree or higher in sciences or arts. Experience: Fossil preparation experience in a working laboratory.

Casting and molding. Exhibit management and logistics. Managing field expedition logistics and camp management.

Fossil preparation and conservation methods.

Working Conditions Able to work on-site at the Fossil Lab. Able to lift minimum 25 pounds. Application Documents Resume (required) Cover Letter (optional) Contact Information of at least two references (required) The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.

When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application. Job Family Research Role Impact Individual Contributor Scheduled Weekly Hours 30 Drug Test Required No Health Screen Required No Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required No Pay Rate Type Hourly FLSA Status Non-Exempt Pay Range $21.63 - $28.85 The included pay rate or range represents the University's good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.

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