The Wainwright lab in the department of Cancer Biology at Loyola University Chicago Health Sciences Campus invites applicants for a full-time Research Specialist II position working on understanding breast cancer pathology and developing new therapies. The Research Specialist will assist in experimental procedures involving glioblastoma, cancer immunology and immunotherapy, aging and cancer, and mechanisms of resistance to therapy for cancer. They will also oversee the day-to-day aspects of the lab including supply/equipment ordering and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

- Carries out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator (PI).
- Assists with experimental procedures involving tissue or cell cultures and mouse models of breast cancer, preparing reagents and solutions, and making direct experimental measurements.
- Performs basic lab techniques required to complete the project. - Gathers, organizes, and records data. Performs analysis of results. - Contributes to the scientific development and writing of manuscripts and grants.
- Assists in writing scientific manuscripts.
- Ensures lab environment complies with safety regulations and may assume partial responsibility for safety in the lab.
- Incorporates and develops new protocols and methodologies.
- May assist in ordering lab supplies when required. Maintains orderly records of purchases.
- Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment. Ensures compliance with safety regulations.
- Performs related duties as assigned.

Required: Bachelor's Degree
Preferred: Master's Degree
Required: 5+ years of previous job-related experience, completion of relevant coursework is considered equivalent experience.

Bachelor's degree in: Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry or Chemistry Microbiology, Virology, Immunology is preferred.
Minimum Experience: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience in an academic or industry setting.

- Practical experience with culturing human-derived tissues, particularly breast cancer cell lines is preferred.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures.
- Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to communicate verbally.
- Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data.
- Ability to work as an effective team member.
- Ability to organize workflow.
- Ability to work routine job with interpersonal contact skill.
- Ability to interact with internal and external constituents.

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