Position Details

Position Details

Job Title RESEARCH ASST I Position Number 8150621 Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Non-Exempt Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus Department Name DEPARTMENT OF CANCER BIOLOGY Location Code Dept of Cancer Biology (06311A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes Duties and Responsibilities

- Carries out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator (PI). Assists with experimental procedures involving tissue or cell cultures, prepares reagents and solutions, and makes direct experimental measurements.
- Performs basic lab techniques required to complete the project. Techniques performed may include animal surgery, animal care and Western Blot analysis.
- Gathers, organizes, and records data. Performs simple analysis of results. May assist with library and/or electronic research. Incorporates new protocols and methodology into work as directed by PI and/or senior lab staff.
- 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 techniques and assist with experiments specific to lab and in accordance with direction from individual PI.
- Performs related duties 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

- Ability to analyze and interpret data.
- 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 accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing.
- Experience with sterile technique and mammalian cell culture.
- Experience with microbiological and molecular biological techniques.
- Must be willing and able to handle and manipulate mice for experimentation.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

n/a

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office suite of programs; familiarity with Mac systems

Supervisory Responsibilities No Required operation of university owned vehicles No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? Yes Physical Demands Lifting, Standing, Repetitive Motions Working Conditions Lighting, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Animals Open Date 06/13/2019 Close Date 06/27/2019 Special Instructions to Applicants Quick Link for Posting http://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/11321 Supplemental Questions

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1. How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • Public Job Posting
   • Internal Job Posting
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   • Personal Referral
   • Website
   • Other
2. Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

   (Open Ended Question)

3. Do you have a high school diploma or equivalent?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents