Research Assistant I- Visick Lab

LRES Corporation; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking institution as a Research Assistant I in the Visick Lab, where you will support groundbreaking research in microbiology. This role involves conducting experiments, maintaining lab safety, and collaborating with a dedicated team of scientists. You'll gain hands-on experience with various laboratory techniques, including Western blot analysis and molecular biology assays. Be part of a vibrant academic community that values innovation and excellence, contributing to impactful research that benefits society. If you're passionate about science and eager to learn, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent training required.
• 1-2 years of job-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct experiments under the direction of the Principal Investigator.
• Maintain lab safety and compliance with regulations.
• Assist in ordering lab supplies and maintaining records.

Skills

Laboratory Techniques

Data Analysis

Microsoft Office Suite

Animal Care

Western Blot Analysis

Molecular Biology Assays

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

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Research Assistant I- Visick Lab

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Position Details

Position Details Job Title RESEARCH ASST I Position Number 8150846 Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Non-Exempt Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus Department Name MICROBIOLOGY Location Code MICROBIOLOGY (06220A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes Duties and Responsibilities Visick Lab:

• Carries out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator (PI). Assists with experimental procedures involving bacteria, preparing reagents and solutions, and making direct experimental measurements.
• Performs basic lab techniques required to complete the project. Techniques performed may include animal care, Western Blot analysis. Reporter assays, biofilm and motility assays.
• Gathers, organizes, and records data. Performs simple analysis of results. May assist with library and/or electronic research. Incorporates new protocols and methodologies into work as directed by PI and/or senior lab staff.
• May assist in ordering lab supplies when required. Maintains orderly records of purchases.
• Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment. Ensures compliance with safety regulations.
• Performs techniques and assists with experiments specific to lab and in accordance with direction from individual PI.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Support research projects by performing routine cultures, western blot, gel electrophoresis and other routine molecular and cellular biology assays and analyses, as instructed by the Principal Investigator (PI) and other lab members.

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
Bachelors Degree Certificates/Credentials/Licenses N/A Computer Skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite 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 Working Conditions Animals Open Date 05/08/2025 Close Date Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $18.00/hr Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $16.20/hr Special Instructions to Applicants About Loyola University Chicago 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.

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