Research Assistant II Job at Loyola University Chicago
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
RESEARCH ASSISTANT II
Position Number
8300884
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Part-Time
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt
Campus
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name
BIOLOGY
Location Code
BIOLOGY (02112A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
The Biology Department is seeking a highly motivated part-time Research Assistant to perform technical and administrative tasks and assist with ongoing research projects in the laboratory of Dr. Yanan Chen on Loyola University Chicago’s Lakeshore Campus. The primary responsibility of the Research Assistant will be to manage the breeding and phenotypic data collection for various experiments of transgenic mice, and harvest and process tissues for histological and electron microscopic analysis.
- Procedures including mating mice, checking for newborns, ID tagging, weaning, weekly body weight collection when needed, mouse experiments
- Responsible for harvesting tissues and processing electron microscope sample
- Will supervise and train students in research tasks.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Bachelor’s degree in related field and one to two years of related experience.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related field
- 10+ year’s experience in mouse husbandry and in collecting the phenotypic data described under duties and responsibilities is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and communicate well with laboratory staff and investigators.
- Ability to maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized records is essential.
- Working knowledge of basic computer software and general lab equipment is helpful.
- Must have experience to work independently and supervise others.
- Proven attention to detail is also required.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
- Bachelor’s degree in Biology or a related field
- 10+ year’s experience in mouse husbandry and in collecting the phenotypic data described under duties and responsibilities is preferred.
Computer Skills
- Ability to maintain accurate, complete, and well-organized records is essential.
- Working knowledge of basic computer software and general lab equipment is helpful.
- Must have experience to work independently and supervise others.
- Proven attention to detail is also required.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Yes
Physical Demands
Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions
Ventilation, Animals
Open Date
02/02/2023
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
COVID
-19 Vaccination Requirement
Loyola
requires
all faculty, staff, and students to be
COVID
-19
vaccinated
along with receiving the
COVID
-19 Booster vaccine when eligible. An
exemption
for a qualified medical or religious reason may be submitted for review/approval.
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors
diversity, equity, and inclusion
. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive
benefits
centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/23565
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