Research Assistant - Part-Time; Greer's Lab

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Job Title Research Assistant I

Position Number 8350285

Work Modality Fully In-Person

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the Work Day ERP? No

Job Category University Staff

Job Type No Response

FLSA Status Non-Exempt

Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name PHARMACOLOGY

Location Code PHARMACOLOGY (06230A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes

• Carry out complex experiments and technical procedures as directed by Principle Investigator (PI) involving surgery on animals, tissue or cell cultures, and making direct experimental measurements.
• Independently perform experimental techniques and operate specialized equipment required to complete the project. May set up experimental design and lab technique. May assist in writing scientific manuscripts and presenting at
• meetings.
• Perform in-depth analysis of experimental results. Perform literature searches on computer and retrieve literature from library. Assist in modifying specific protocols and methodology.
• Implement experiments and perform lab techniques specific to lab and in accordance with direction from individual PI.
• Train and provide oversight of medical and graduate students, junior lab staff, and other lab users.
• Ensure lab environment complies with safety regulations and may assume partial responsibility for safety in the lab. Maintain a safe and orderly lab environment.
• Monitors the inventory of essential lab supplies and may assist in ordering additional supplies when required. Maintains orderly records of purchases.

Education Required: Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education

Education Preferred: Bachelors Degree

Experience

Required:

None

Experience Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

• Ability to clearly communicate verbally
• Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people
• Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and established procedures
• Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to perform basic filing, office procedures and word processing
• Ability to work as an effective team member
• High standard of integrity

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses n/a

Computer Skills Microsoft Office Suites

Supervisory Responsibilities No

Required operation of university owned vehicles No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? Physical Demands None

Working Conditions None

Open Date 08/28/2026

Close Date Position

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $22/hr

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $18/hr

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 at www.luc.edu/mission/ . For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed .

Founded in 1870, 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. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact.

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