Research Assistant II

Position Details

Position Details
Job Title
RESEARCH ASST II

Position Number
8150632

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?

Job Category
University Staff

Job Type
Full-Time

FLSA Status
Non-Exempt

Campus
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE

Location Code
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE (06500A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
No

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supports research projects focused on stem cell , regenerative , and lung biology in mice and human.
• Planning, implementation and analysis of research projects, as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI).
• Managing mouse colonies , including mouse ordering, breeding & genotyping.
• Assist tissue harvesting (lung, spleen, blood, BALF, airway), and mouse injections , such as intraperitoneal, intravenous subcutaneous and intra-tracheal injections.
• Establish lung disease modeling in mice following various established injury protocols.
• Assists PI, research staff, and students with lab procedures and projects as needed, such as immunohistochemistry, microscopy, flow cytometry, tissue cell cultures.
• Maintains overall lab organization including ordering supplies, preparing reagents, monitoring equipment and compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintains all study records in secure files.
• Trouble shoots problems with methodology.
• Attends weekly journal clubs, department seminars and lab meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience


Required: Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences.
Preferred: Master's Degree or higher in related fields.
Notes: Candidates with Doctoral Degree are strongly encouraged as well (titles are adjustable to match previous experiences and technical expertise). Biology, Molecular biology, Regenerative Medicine, Immunology, Biology of Aging, or other biomedical sciences.
Minimum lab experience: 1-2 years of post-graduation job experience. Previous lab experience with tissue cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy are strongly preferred. Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Image J and Flowjo are strongly recommended.

Qualifications


Required: Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences.



Preferred: Master's Degree or higher in related fields.

Notes: Candidates with Doctoral Degree are strongly encouraged as well (titles are adjustable to match previous experiences and technical expertise). Biology, Molecular biology, Regenerative Medicine, Immunology, Biology of Aging, or other biomedical sciences.

Minimum lab experience: 1-2 years of post-graduation job experience. Previous lab experience with tissue cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy are strongly preferred. Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Image J and Flowjo are strongly recommended.

• Strong interest in science with self-motivation.
• Fast to learn and apply new skills.
• Proficiency with mouse colony management and handling.
• Familiarity with IACUC protocol writing, amendment and ability to follow Vivarium regulations and animal study ethics.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible in planning, coordinating and generating mice for multiple research projects.
• Ability to follow existing protocols and establish new procedures following publicly available methods.
• Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks accurately and consistently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis.
• An effective team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
N/A

Computer Skills
n/a

Supervisory Responsibilities
No

Required operation of university owned vehicles
No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
No

Physical Demands
None

Working Conditions
None

Open Date
02/01/2025

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate
$22.50/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate
$18.50/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.

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