Research Assistant - Dr Zang's Lab

Loyola University Chicago; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established academic institution is seeking a dedicated Research Assistant I to join a dynamic team focused on groundbreaking research in cardiac health. This part-time position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge techniques and contribute to vital studies on mitochondrial signaling and cardiac autophagy. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in biology, excellent organizational skills, and a passion for scientific inquiry. Join a collaborative environment that fosters learning and innovation while making a meaningful impact in the field of health sciences.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in biology or related field required.
• 1-2 years of lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in research on mitochondrial signaling and cardiac dysfunction.
• Utilize various techniques in a collaborative team environment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in biology

Equivalent training

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

Position Details

Position Details

A lab position, research assistant I is available in Dr. Zang's lab at the Burn and Shock Trauma Research Institute in the Stritch School of Medicine at Loyola University Chicago. The research area of the laboratory is focused on mitochondrial signaling in cardiac dysfunction and cardiac autophagy in sepsis using both in vitro and in vivo models. The prospective candidate will have opportunities to gain experience of utilizing various techniques and to work within a highly interactive, multidiscipline team to do translational research.

Education
Required: Bachelor's degree in biology, biomedical sciences, or a related field. Or equivalent training acquired via work experience or education.
Experience
Required: Previous lab working experience
Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

None

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.

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Job Title	RESEARCH ASST I
Position Number	8350146
Job Category	University Staff
Job Type	Part-Time
FLSA Status	Non-Exempt
Campus	Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name	BURN SHOCK TRAUMA INSTITUTE
Location Code	BURN SHOCK TRAUMA INSTITUTE (06320A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?	Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Qualifications	Organizational skills in scientific tasks and documentation. 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 organize workflow. Ability to work on routine jobs Ability to interact with internal and external constituents. Ability to work with animals/human tissues/infectious agents. Interpersonal skills
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	Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions	None
Open Date	05/01/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$16.20/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$16.20/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University Chicago
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/32801