Research Assistant I

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Research Assistant I

Position Details

Job Title: RESEARCH ASST I
Position Number: 8150799
Job Category: University Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Campus: Maywood‑Health Sciences Campus
Department: PHYSIOLOGY
Location Code: PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)
Funding: Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs experiments as instructed by Principal Investigator. Will receive training to be able to perform techniques required in experiments. May include tissue or cell cultures and animal surgery.
• Performs basic lab tasks required to complete experiments. May include preparation of reagents solutions, buffers and media.
• Gathers, organizes and records data. Performs simple analysis of results. May assist with Library and/or electronic research.
• Monitors inventory of essential lab supplies and order additional supplies as necessary. Maintains orderly record of purchases.
• Helps maintain a safe and orderly lab environment.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education
• Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree

Experience

• Required: None
• Preferred: 1‑2 years of previous job‑related experience

Qualifications

• Some experience with small animal surgery, familiarity with tissue culture techniques, microscopy, immunohistochemistry protocols and protein biochemistry.
• B.S. or B.A. in Biological or Physical Sciences.
• 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 oral and written instructions and established procedures.
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
• Ability to work as an effective team member.

Work consists of duties involving several related sequential steps, processes or methods. Duties require consideration of factors and conditions that are apparent and readily verifiable. Work has moderate impact on a specific area. Substantial impact on student or patient well‑being, comfort or convenience. Specific, detailed instruction provided for new or difficult assignments. Employee performs recurring tasks independently. Loyola is committed to providing care that is safe. It is expected that all Loyola employees will perform their job function in a professional and competent manner that constantly seeks to reduce the risk of harm to patients, families, and co‑workers. Loyola is committed to the continuous improvement of the services it provides to its patients and their families. All Loyola employees are expected to participate in quality improvement activities. Responsible for consistently demonstrating our Magis values of Care, Concern, Respect, and Cooperation through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to prevent and solve problems and to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction, and a safe environment. Responsible for developing and maintaining an environment of service excellence as outlined in the Service Excellence standards.

Personal Relationships: Routine job with interpersonal contact
Internal Contacts: Within Department, Physicians, Students, Management, Faculty
External Contacts: Vendors, Visitors

Working Conditions: Normal light, heat, air, and space in work environment; Occasional exposure to unpleasant physical conditions and/or health & safety hazards

Physical Demands

• Occasionally: Walking, Sitting
• Frequently: Standing, Reaching with Arms, Finger/Hand Dexterity, Talking, Hearing, Seeing, Pushing/Pulling, Lifting/Carrying (Up to 25 lbs)

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses: N/A
Computer Skills: Basic computer skills and willingness to learn software programs used in the research lab.
Supervisory Responsibilities: None
No operation of university owned vehicles required
Direct animal or patient contact: Yes

Open Date: 07/02/2025
Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $19.20 /hr
Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $16.60 /hr

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/ . For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed .

Supplemental Questions

• Do you have a Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education
  • Yes
  • No
• Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago? (Open Ended Question)
• How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicago's mission and values? (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• None listed

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