Research Specialist I- Levack lab

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

Job Description

Position Details

Position Details
Job Title 
 RESEARCH SPECIALIST I
Position Number 
 8150792
Job Category 
 University Staff
Job Type 
 Part-Time
FLSA Status 
 Exempt
Campus 
 Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name 
 ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY
Location Code 
 MICROBIOLOGY (06220A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?  
 Yes
Duties and Responsibilities 
 Carries out complex experiments and technical procedures as directed by the Principal Investigator (Pl) involving surgery on animals, tissue or cell cultures, and making direct experimental measurements.

- Performs mouse husbandry, colony maintenance and genotyping.

- Independently performs experimental techniques and operating specialized equipment require to complete projects. Must be responsible for equipment maintenance and setting up experimental design and lab techniques.

-Assists in writing scientific manuscripts and presenting at meetings.

- Performs in-depth analysis of experimental results.

- Performs literature searches on computer and retrieves literature from the library.

-Assists in modifying specific protocols and methodology.

- Monitors the inventory of essential laboratory supplies and orders all supplies when required. Maintains orderly records of purchases.

- Ensures lab environment complies with safety regulations and may assume partial responsibility for safety in the lab. Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment.

- Implements experiments and performs lab techniques specific to lab and in accordance with direction from individual Pl.

- Trains and provides oversight of medical and graduate students, junior lab staff, and other lab users.

- Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience 
 Minimum Education: Required: Bachelors Degree Specify Degree(s): Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry or Chemistry Minimum Experience: Required: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Qualifications 
 Bachelor of Science degree in biology, molecular biology, microbiology or related field Excellent Bench Skills

Strong Organizational Skills Ability to work independently Goal and Deadline Orientated

Strong interpersonal skills including verbal and written communication skills 1-2 years of previous job experience
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses 
 N/A
Computer Skills 
 Proficiency with Microsoft office suite required
Supervisory Responsibilities 
 No
Required operation of university owned vehicles 
 No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?  
 Yes
Physical Demands 
 Lifting, Standing
Working Conditions 
 Animals
Open Date 
 05/02/2024
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.