Staff Scientist

at Loyola University Of Chicago in Maywood, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Position Details

Position Details
Job Title 
 STAFF SCIENTIST
Position Number 
 8150663
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?  
 Yes
Duties and Responsibilities 
 A Staff Scientist position is available in the laboratory of Drs. Elliot and Glassberg to study translational aspects of lung injury, repair and fibrosis with specific emphasis on the role of vascular dysfunction and aging in the progression of chronic lung diseases.

Planning, implementation, and analysis of advanced scientific research projects
- Interprets data, statistical and data analysis.
Performs molecular and protein analysis (PCR, transfections, western analysis).
Performs isolation and characterization of cells relevant to ongoing studies.
Immunohistochemistry and fluorescent microscopy
Designs experiments and conducts animal studies (genotyping, colony management, breeding).

- Maintains laboratory equipment for the Department/Institute by working with the Division Administrator, sales reps, technical specialists, repair companies and the Purchasing Department to maintain current equipment and procure new purchases.

- Evaluates need for new technologies and train laboratory staff on proper use of equipment.
- Collaborates with faculty and other researchers
- Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports and co-authors scientific research manuscripts
- Operates and maintains a variety of scientific instrumentation which is essential to conducting the appropriate laboratory work. This would include equipment such as laboratory microscopes, centrifuges, incubators and autoclaves.
- Employs safety measures in working with hazardous chemicals, laboratory animals, and radioisotopes.

Maintains an extensive data base of samples, protocols.
Supervises and trains graduate students, residents, and medical students who work in the lab.
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience 
 PhD or M.D
Qualifications 
 Established experience in three or more of the following areas is highly desirable: 1. Advanced techniques in biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology; 2. Primary mouse and human cell isolation, culture, and sorting of lung cell populations; 3. Cell/tissue imaging techniques such as fluorescence and confocal microscopy; 4. Single cell sequencing and analysis; 5. Extracellular vesicles and miRNAs related work.

The candidate will be expected to develop and execute independent research plans leading to peer-reviewed publications, have a strong work ethic and possess excellent oral and written communications skills. Maximum consideration will be given to candidates enthusiastic about science, with high research motivation and initiative towards independence.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses 
 n/a
Computer Skills 
 Basic computing skills
Supervisory Responsibilities 
 No
Required operation of university owned vehicles 
 No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands 
 None
Working Conditions 
 None
Open Date 
 11/14/2023
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement 
 Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive  centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
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Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.