RESEARCH SPECIALIST I

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

Job Description

Position Details

Position Details
Job Title 
 RESEARCH SPECIALIST I
Position Number 
 8150564
Job Category 
 University Staff
Job Type 
 Full-Time
FLSA Status 
 Exempt
Campus 
 Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name 
 DERMATOLOGY
Location Code 
 DERMATOLOGY (06504A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?  
 No
Duties and Responsibilities 
 - Performs proper recording of procedures related to research studies in the laboratory and for the systematic organization of experimental data including the adequate care, maintenance and calibration of equipment and apparatus used in research studies. 
- Assists Principal Investigator in the day-to-day management for the laboratory such as ordering supplies and equipment to ensure adequate supplies are on hand. 
- Performs literature searches pertaining to this area of research and keeps abreast of the latest literature published as it relates to the specific work at hand. 
- Presents experimental findings and results to the Principal Investigator and other members of the research team and will make a final recommendation.
- Carries out statistical analyses of generated data and prepares explanatory graphs and charts for use in the presentation of results and the preparation of manuscripts for publication. 
- Assists in the writing of narrative portions concerning methodology utilized by the laboratory for inclusion in research proposals and manuscripts to be submitted to medical and/or scientific journals concerning the experimental results produced in the laboratory. 
- Performs related duties as required.
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
Qualifications 
 - Dermatology background preferred. 
- Must possess the ability to ascertain whether and how new methodologies can be applied in his/her laboratory to result in increased laboratory productivity.
- Ability to adapt to new techniques to establish research plan.
- Ability to work independently and is expected to ensure the integrity of the results.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses 
 N/A
Computer Skills 
 Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.
Supervisory Responsibilities 
 No
Required operation of university owned vehicles 
 No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands 
 Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions 
 None
Open Date 
 06/04/2021
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 
 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.

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