Sr Staff Scientist

Sr Staff Scientist

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.

Job Title - SR STAFF SCIENTIST

Position Number - 8150705

Work Modality

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the Work Day ERP?

Job Category
- University Staff

Job Type
- Full-Time

FLSA Status
- Exempt

Campus
- Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name - DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE

Location Code - DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE (06500A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? - No

Duties and Responsibilities
- 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). Lead mouse colony management, including mouse ordering, breeding & genotyping. Assists 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.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

- Minimum Education:

Required:

Doctoral Degree Biology, Molecular biology, Regenerative Medicine, Immunology, Biology of Aging, or other biomedical sciences. 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.

Qualifications

- Minimum Education:

Required:

Doctoral Degree Notes:
Postdoctoral candidates are strongly encouraged as well (titles are adjustable to match previous experiences and technical expertise). Biology, Molecular biology, Regenerative Medicine, Immunology, Biology of Aging, or other biomedical sciences. 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.

Computer Skills
- Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis.

Supervisory Responsibilities
- No

Required operation of university owned vehicles
- No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? - No

Physical Demands
- None

Working Conditions
- None

Open Date - 02/01/2025

Close Date

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate - $70,000/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate - $60,000/ann

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