Research Assistant II - Qiao Lab

Position Details

Research Assistant II – Qiao Lab at Loyola University Chicago. Full-Time, Non-Exempt.

Location:

Maywood-Health Sciences Campus, Department of Microbiology. Position Number: 8150712.

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Research projects by performing lab assays and analysis.
• Carry out experiments as instructed by the Principal Investigator (PI).
• Assist PI, Research Staff, and Students with various lab procedures and projects and perform statistical analysis.
• Perform analysis of biological literature, including primary scientific literature; requires familiarity with basic knowledge in Microbiology, Biochemistry, Virology, and Immunology, and the ability to organize productive searches of scientific databases.
• Assist PI in preparing IACUC applications, grant applications, and manuscript applications.
• Other duties:
  Maintain orderly records; maintain a safe and orderly working environment; ensure compliance with safety regulations; perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

• Required:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree in Biological or Physical Sciences; 1 – 2 years of previous job-related experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Biological or Physical Sciences; 3 – 5 years of previous job-related experience.
• 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.
• Effectiveness as a team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

N/A

Computer Skills

• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.
• Database skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Working Conditions

Direct animal contact:
Yes. Physical Demands:
None. Animals:
Yes.

Open Date / Close Date

Open Date: 02/18/2025. Close Date: (not specified).

Salary

Position Maximum: $22.50/hr position Minimum: $18.50/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 Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/ and about transformative education at www.luc.edu/transformativeed
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About Loyola University Chicago:
Founded in 1870, Loyola is a large Jesuit, Catholic university known for its academic excellence and community engagement. It is a Carnegie R1 research institution with multiple campuses. Loyola emphasizes sustainability and service. For more information about the university’s nondiscrimination policy, please see Nondiscrimination Policy
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Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you possess a Bachelor's Degree in Biological or Physical Sciences and 1 - 2 years of previous job-related experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess a Master's Degree in Biological or Physical Sciences and 3 - 5 years of previous job-related experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
  • Public Job Posting
  • Internal Job Posting
  • Agency Referral
  • Advertisement/Publication
  • Personal Referral
  • Website
  • Other
• * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

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