Lab Research Assistant II: Experiments & Data

Loyola University Chicago; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 22,868 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks a Research Assistant II in Maywood to perform lab experiments and assist with data organization. Candidates should possess a degree in Biological or Physical Sciences and have 1-2 years of relevant experience. This full-time role offers a salary between $16.60/hr and $20.00/hr, emphasizing teamwork and adherence to safety regulations.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous job-related experience required.
• 3-5 years of previous job-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform experiments under the supervision of the Principal Investigator.
• Prepare reagent solutions and buffers for lab tasks.
• Organize and record data for analysis.

Skills

Analyze and interpret data

Communicate verbally

Work in a team

Follow instructions

Maintain accuracy

Education

B.S. or B.A. in Biological or Physical Sciences

Masters Degree (Preferred)

Job description

Position Details

Position Details

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Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications. Willingness to learn lab specific software as needed.

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.

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

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Job Title	RESEARCH ASST II
Position Number	8150853
Work Modality
Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Full-Time
FLSA Status	Non-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	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	Minimum Education: Required: Bachelor's 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	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 verbal 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
Computer Skills
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	Yes
Physical Demands	Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions	Animals
Open Date	07/02/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$20.00/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$16.60/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/33285