Sr. Staff Scientist

Employment Opportunities Designed to Help Us Collaborate in Creation! Sr Staff Scientist Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. To view open positions, please enter your search criteria below. You may view all open positions by not specifying any search criteria and selecting the "Search" button. Bookmark this Posting Print Preview |Apply for this Job Position Details Position Details Job Title SR STAFF SCIENTIST Position Number 8150705 Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status 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). Lead mouse colony management , 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 Minimum Education: Required: Doctoral Degree 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 Minimum Education: Required: Doctoral Degree Notes: Postdoctoral candidates 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 Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis. 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 $70,000/ann Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $60,000/ann 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 . Loyola 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 . 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