Sr /Staff Scientist Ji 2

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

Job Description

Position Details

Position Details
Job Title 
 SR STAFF SCIENTIST
Position Number 
 8150831
Job Category 
 University Staff
Job Type 
 Full-Time
FLSA Status 
 Exempt
Campus 
 Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name 
 BURN SHOCK TRAUMA INSTITUTE
Location Code 
 SURGERY (06740A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?  
 Yes
Duties and Responsibilities 
 Planning, implementation and analysis of advanced scientific research projects
- Interprets data; statistical and data analysis.
- Advises and assists with experimental design and execution.
- 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.
- Performs proper recording of procedures related to research studies in the laboratory and for the systematic organization of experimental data including the adequate.
- Performs other duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Qualifications 
 None
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses 
 PhD in biology or biomedical sciences and lab experience.
Computer Skills 
 Must be highly proficient in all office programs, including but not limited to word, excel, power point...
Supervisory Responsibilities 
 No
Required operation of university owned vehicles 
 No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?  
 Yes
Physical Demands 
 Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions 
 Noise, Animals, Irregular Hours
Open Date 
 01/04/2023
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants 
 Loyola  all Health Sciences Campus Faculty and Staff to be  with the original COVID-19 and Flu vaccines when eligible. An for a qualified medical or religious reason may be submitted for review/approval.
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.