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Visiting Research Specialist in RNA Research
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
This position requires B.S or M.S. in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry or related fields. The candidates should have prior experience in molecular and cell biology....
3 days ago
Research Specialist - OVCR Research Resources Center - Biophysics Core
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
A minimum of 3 of laboratory research experience in biochemistry, protein biology, enzymology, and specific areas of sample preparation as listed above....
2 days ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Department of Medicine/Rheumatology
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
Title: Postdoctoral Research Associate - Department of Medicine/Rheumatology (Job ID #141454) Department: DOM Rheumatology Category: Postdoc Res Assoc Location: Chicago Close Date: 02/28/2021 Description...
2 days ago
Visiting Research Specialist - Wang lab
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
Qualifications: This position requires B.S or M.S. in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry or related fields....
3 days ago
Research Specialist (Kazlauskas Laboratory) - Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
Title: Research Specialist (Kazlauskas Laboratory) - Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences (Job ID #141024) Department: COM / Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences Category: Academic Professional Location:...
2 days ago
PT Weekend Research Associate - Fermentation Technology Lab
LanzaTech - Skokie, IL
Collect fermentation samples in coordination with other technical staff; perform required sample preparation on samples. Prepare samples for HPLC and load samples on HPLC's....
2 days ago
Temporary Research Assistant
University of Chicago - Chicago, IL
Department PME H Chen Lab About the Department The Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME; ... ) was established in May 2019 and evolved from the Institute for Molecular Engineering, which...
3 days ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate Prabhakar Lab, Department of Microbiology and Immunology (Job ID #141472)
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
Must be able to work independently and have experience in molecular biology, cell culture, and various assays to test anti-cancer drugs....
19 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Prabhakar Lab, Department of Microbiology and
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
Must be able to work independently and have experience in molecular biology, cell culture, and various assays to test anti-cancer drugs....
9 hours ago
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Department of Medicine/Rheumatology (Job ID #141454)
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
Having experience in macrophage, T cell and bone biology and animal injection is a plus....
3 days ago
Research Assistant 1
Loyola University of Chicago Inc - Chicago, IL
BIOLOGY (02112A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded?...
3 days ago
Visiting Research Specialist - Wang lab (Job ID #139823)
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
Qualifications: This position requires B.S or M.S. in molecular biology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry or related fields....
3 days ago
Visiting Research Specialist- Neuroscience, Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology
University of Illinois at Chicago - Chicago, IL
The successful candidate will join two dynamic and multidisciplinary research teams pursuing fundamental questions in neural and neurovascular biology....
3 days ago
Research Associate II
Xeris Pharmaceuticals - Chicago, IL
Qualifications BS degree in biology, biochemistry, chemistry or related discipline with 2 to 5 years of relevant pharmaceutical industrial experience or MS degree in similar disciplines with 0-2 years...
4 days ago
Research Assistant 1
Loyola University Chicago - Campus, IL
BIOLOGY (02112A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded?...
4 days ago

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Salary for Research Associate Jobs in Illinois

This is the average annual salary for Research Associate jobs in Illinois as reported by the BLS.

$56,979

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Highest Education Level

Research Associates in Illinois offer the following education background
  • Bachelor's Degree (44.1%)
  • Master's Degree (27.3%)
  • Doctorate Degree (22.9%)
  • Associate's Degree (2.2%)
  • High School or GED (1.8%)
  • Vocational or Certification (1.2%)
  • Some College (0.4%)
  • Some High School (0.1%)

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Research Associates in Illinois
  • 10+ years (32.2%)
  • 6-8 years (20.6%)
  • 1-2 years (19.0%)
  • 4-6 years (12.6%)
  • 2-4 years (5.6%)
  • 8-10 years (5.0%)
  • None (3.5%)
  • Less than 1 year (1.5%)

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