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Research Assistant II- Hockenberry Lab

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Position Details 

Position Details

Job Title RESEARCH ASST II
Position Number 8150365
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name MICROBIOLOGY
Location Code MICROBIOLOGY (06220A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
Performs experimental procedures involving preparation of reagents, bacterial cell culture, microscopy, and molecular biology.

Gathers, organizes, and records data. Analyzes experimental results. Tries out new protocols and methodologies into work as directed by PI and/or senior lab staff.

Orders lab supplies, handles shipping, replenishes common lab reagents, and maintains orderly records of these activities.

Participation in weekly group meetings and departmental seminars.

Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment. Ensures compliance with safety regulations.

Some molecular biology experience is a plus.

Knowledge and/or interest in learning computational techniques and basic scripting (R, Python, Matlab) is a plus.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Minimum Education: Required: Bachelors Degree Preferred: Masters Degree Specify Degree(s): Biological or physical sciences Minimum Experience: Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree Preferred: Masters Degree Specify Degree(s): Biological or physical sciences Minimum Experience: Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
N/A
Computer Skills
Word, Excel, Outlook, Lawson, R, Python, Matlab
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 Lighting, Heating
Open Date 03/28/2024
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/27877

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  2. * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

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  3. * What is the highest degree you possess in a related field?
    • Associate's degree
    • Bachelor's degree
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  4. * How many years of job related experience do you have?
    • 1-2 years
    • 3-4 years
    • 5-7 years
    • 8-10+ years

Applicant Documents

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