Research Assistant I- Nishimura Lab

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

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking a full-time Research Assistant I in Maywood. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology and involves conducting experiments, organizing data, and assisting in lab protocols.

The position offers insight into research procedures and requires direct animal or patient contact, with a supportive learning environment expected in the Surgery Department.

The salary ranges from $16.60/hr to $20/hr depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required or equivalent training.
• Preferred: 1-2 years job-related experience.

Responsibilities

• Carry out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator.
• Organize and record data, perform simple analysis.

Skills

Experimental procedures

Data organization

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology

Job description

Position Details

Job Title: RESEARCH ASST I
Position Number: 8151033
Work Modality: Fully In-Person
Job Category: University Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department: SURGERY
Location Code: SURGERY (06740A)
Grant Funding: Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

• Carry out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator. Assist with experimental procedures involving tissue or cell cultures, preparing reagents and solutions, and making direct experimental measurements.
• Perform techniques and assist with experiments specific to lab and in accordance with direction from individual PI.
• Gather, organize, and record data. Perform simple analysis of results. May assist with library and/or electronic research. Incorporate new protocols and methodology into work as directed by PI and/or senior lab staff.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Education Required: Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education
Education Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or Biology
Experience Required: None
Experience Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Chemistry or Biology

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

N/A

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Direct animal or patient contact

Yes

Physical Demands

Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Repetitive Motions

Working Conditions

Animals

Salary

Pay: $16.60/hr – $20/hr

Equal Employment Opportunity

Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.