Research Assistant Ii

Position Details

Job Title:

RESEARCH ASST II

Job Category:
University Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Campus:
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name: DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE

• Supports research projects focused on stem cell
  , regenerative
  , and lung biology in mice and human.
• Planning, implementation and analysis of research projects, as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI).
• Managing mouse colonies
  , including mouse ordering, breeding & genotyping.
• Assist tissue harvesting (lung, spleen, blood, BALF, airway), and mouse injections
  , such as intraperitoneal, intravenous subcutaneous and intra-tracheal injections.
• Establish lung disease modeling in mice following various established injury protocols.
• Assists PI, research staff, and students with lab procedures and projects as needed, such as immunohistochemistry, microscopy, flow cytometry, tissue cell cultures.
• Maintains overall lab organization including ordering supplies, preparing reagents, monitoring equipment and compliance with safety regulations.
• Maintains all study records in secure files.
• Trouble shoots problems with methodology.
• Attends weekly journal clubs, department seminars and lab meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required: Bachelor's Degree in Biological Sciences.

Preferred: Master's Degree or higher in related fields.

Minimum lab experience: 1-2 years of post-graduation job experience. Previous lab experience with tissue cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy are strongly preferred. Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Image J and Flowjo are strongly recommended.

• Strong interest in science with self-motivation.
• Fast to learn and apply new skills.
• Proficiency with mouse colony management and handling.
• Familiarity with IACUC protocol writing, amendment and ability to follow Vivarium regulations and animal study ethics.
• Ability to multitask and be flexible in planning, coordinating and generating mice for multiple research projects.
• Ability to follow existing protocols and establish new procedures following publicly available methods.
• Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks accurately and consistently.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis.
• An effective team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Loyola University Chicago is committed to providing a transformative education in the Jesuit tradition.