Research Assistant II- Wolfe Lab

Research Assistant II
- Wolfe Lab

Job Title:

RESEARCH ASSISTANT II

Position Number: 8102846

Job Category:
University Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Campus:
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name: MICROBIOLOGY

Supports research projects in the Wolfe lab by performing lab assays and analyses on clinical specimens for the purpose of understanding the urinary microbiome. Carries out experiments and procedures as instructed by the Principal Investigator (PI) or Lab manager, also assists PI, research staff, and students with lab procedures and projects.

• Carries out experiments and maintains projects as instructed by PI, with appropriate training
• Works as part of a team to process patient samples collected regularly
• Monitors inventory of lab supplies and orders additional supplies when required
• Gathers, organizes, enters, and analyzes data; performs literature searches and retrieves literature
• Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment. Ensures lab environment complies with safety regulations
• Performs related duties as assigned
• Must be flexible to work on weekends occasionally

Bachelor’s degree in related field and one to two years of related experience.

Education Required:

Masters or Bachelors Degree

Computer

Skills:

Proficiency in Microsoft

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.

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.

Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education.