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Research Assistant I

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Position Details 

Position Details

Job Title RESEARCH ASST I
Position Number 8150307
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-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
— Carries out experiments as instructed by PI. RA will receive training to be able to perform the techniques required to complete the project.

— Monitors inventory of essential lab supplies and order additional supplies when required.

— Prepares solutions, buffers and media.

— Gathers, organizes, enters and analyzes data; perform literature searches on computer and retrieve literature from library.

— Incorporates new information/techniques into experiments with PIs approval.

— Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment. Makes sure lab environment complies with safety regulations.

— Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Education Required: Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education Preferred: Bachelors Degree Experience Required: None Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or related field.

- Ability to communicate verbally

- Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people

- Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner

- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures

- Ability to maintain confidentiality

- Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency

- Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing

- Ability to work as an effective team member

- High standards of integrity
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? No
Physical Demands Lifting, Carrying, Standing
Working Conditions None
Open Date 02/20/2024
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 diversity, equity, and inclusion. 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 benefits 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.

Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27550

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have at least a Bachelor's Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology or related field?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Do you have 1-2 years of previous job related experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

    (Open Ended Question)

  5. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • Public Job Posting
    • Internal Job Posting
    • Agency Referral
    • Advertisement/Publication
    • Personal Referral
    • Website
    • Other

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents