RESEARCH ASST II

Loyola University Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking a full-time, in-person research support role in the Department of Cancer Biology. The candidate will assist in metabolic studies related to pancreatic cancer, under direct PI supervision, and contribute to data analysis, lab organization, and safety compliance.

Required education includes a bachelor’s degree with preference for biological/physical sciences; 1–2 years of related experience, with potential for growth in a Jesuit, research-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performs studies related to pancreatic cancer metabolism under the direct supervision of Principal Investigator.
• Analyzes and interprets data from experiments.
• Maintains overall lab organization including ordering supplies, monitoring equipment, and compliance with safety regulations.
• Train students and other staff in research protocols and lab rules.
• Attends monthly journal clubs and lab meetings.
• Presents research results at national and local meetings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Calm under pressure

Task completion

Following instructions

Accuracy

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree in biological/physical sciences

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Position Number 8151026

Work Modality Fully In-Person

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP? No

Job Category University Staff

Job Type Full-Time

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name DEPARTMENT OF CANCER BIOLOGY

Location Code Dept of Cancer Biology (06311A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes

Duties And Responsibilities

Vaziri-Gohar Lab investigates metabolic dependencies in pancreatic cancer models, including cell culture and preclinical models. Our lab welcomes individuals who are eager to learn and conduct studies related to pancreatic cancer metabolism.

• Performs studies related to pancreatic cancer metabolism under the direct supervision of Principal Investigator.
• Analyzes and interprets data from experiments.
• Maintains overall lab organization including ordering supplies, monitoring equipment, and compliance with safety regulations.
• Train students and other staff in research protocols and lab rules.
• Attends monthly journal clubs and lab meetings.
• Presents research results at national and local meetings.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Education And/or Work Experience

Minimum Education

• Required: Bachelors 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

• 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.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

None

Computer Skills

Basic 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

Lighting, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Animals, Irregular Hours

Open Date

04/08/2026

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$22.00/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$18.00/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.

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.

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, .

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.

Quick Link for Posting

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/34983