Research Assistant II

Research Assistant II

Position Number: 8151026

Work Modality: Fully In-Person

Job Category: University Staff | Job Type: Full-Time | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences Campus | Department: Department of Cancer Biology | Location Code: Dept of Cancer Biology (06311A)

Funding: Yes – grant funded

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs studies related to pancreatic cancer metabolism under the direct supervision of Principal Investigator.
• Analyzes and interprets data from experiments.
• Maintains overall lab organization including ordering supplies, monitoring equipment, and compliance with safety regulations.
• Train students and other staff in research protocols and lab rules.
• Attends monthly journal clubs and lab meetings.
• Presents research results at national and local meetings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and Work Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree
• Preferred: Master’s Degree – Biological or Physical Sciences

• Required: 1–2 years of job‑related experience
• Preferred: 3–5 years of job‑related experience

Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and interpret data.
• Ability to communicate verbally.
• Ability to remain calm and courteous when dealing with people.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member.

Certifications, Computer Skills, and Other Requirements

Computer Skills: Basic Computer Skills

No supervisory responsibilities.

No required operation of university-owned vehicles.

Direct Animal or Patient Contact: Yes

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Repetitive Motions.

Working Conditions

Lighting, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Animals, Irregular Hours.

Compensation

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $22.00/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $18.00/hr

Application Period

Open Date: 04/08/2026 | Close Date: 04/08/2026

Equal Employment Opportunity

Loyola University Chicago adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.