Research Specialist I
Job description
Job Title:
RESEARCH SPECIALIST I
Position Number:8350167
Job Category:University Staff
Job Type:Part-Time
FLSA Status:Exempt
Campus:Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name:PHYSIOLOGY
Location Code:PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? :Yes
Duties and Responsibilities:-Maintain (genotype and breeding) transgenic mouse colony
-Maintain cell cultures and conduct PI-directed molecular biology and protein analysis-type experiments
-Organize and conduct complex data analysis
-Prepare reagent solutions and buffers for the laboratory
-Oversee ordering and organizational support to the laboratory. Maintain and update inventories of stocks and materials.
-Ensure laboratory compliance and related duties with safety regulations
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:- Ability to follow oral 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 work on routine job with interpersonal contact skill.
- Ability to interact with internal and external constituents.
N/A
Computer Skills:Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, Microsoft Excel, Basic Keyboarding Skills
Supervisory Responsibilities:No
Required operation of university owned vehicles:No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? :Yes
Physical Demands:None
Working Conditions:Animals
Open Date:12/17/2020
Quick Link for Posting:https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/14766