Research Assistant II in Invertebrate Genomics

Position Details

Position Details


Job Title
RESEARCH ASSISTANT II


Position Number
8350284


Work Modality
Fully In-Person


Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?
No


Job Category
University Staff


Job Type
Part-Time


FLSA Status
Non-Exempt


Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus


Department Name
BIOLOGY


Location Code
BIOLOGY (02112A)


Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes


Duties and Responsibilities


The research assistant will lead and contribute to research projects in Dr. Tauana Cunha's lab at
Loyola University Chicago. This position includes analysis and interpretation of genomic data
and scientific writing. Applicants should have experience with genome-scale sequencing of
non-model organisms and command-line bioinformatics. The position also involves upkeep of
laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifuges, thermocyclers, nanopore sequencer), stocking supplies
for the lab, and training/supporting student research activity.

The employment is contingent upon the availability of funding and may be limited to one year.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience


Bachelor's degree in related field and one to two years of related experience.

Qualifications
• Master's degree in biology, evolution, or a related field, preferred.
Proficiency in R and command-line/bash scripting
• Experience with molecular lab techniques (DNA extraction, library preparation,
high-throughput sequencing)
• Familiarity and/or enthusiasm for working with invertebrate animals
• Ability to work with and excitement to be a part of a diverse group with individuals from a
variety of backgrounds
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team player

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses


Master's degree in biology, evolution, or a related field preferred.

Computer Skills
• Proficiency in R and command-line/bash scripting
• Experience with molecular lab techniques (DNA extraction, library preparation,
high-throughput sequencing)

Supervisory Responsibilities
No


Required operation of university owned vehicles
No


Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

Physical Demands
Repetitive Motions


Working Conditions
Animals


Open Date
08/12/2026


Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate
$22.50/hr


Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate
$18/hr


Special Instructions to Applicants


As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at . For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at .

About Loyola University Chicago


Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes -including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.


Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here .

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