Loyola University Chicago
Position Details
Job Title:
RESEARCH ASST II
Position Number:
8150370
Job Category:
University Staff
Job Type:
Full-Time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Campus:
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name:
PHYSIOLOGY
Location Code:
PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
Performs experiments as instructed by Principal Investigator. Will receive training to be able to perform techniques required in experiments. May include tissue or cell cultures and animal surgery.
Performs basic lab tasks required to complete experiments. May include preparation of reagents solutions, buffers and media.
Gathers, organizes and records data. Performs simple analysis of results. May assist with Library and/or electronic research.
Monitors inventory of essential lab supplies and order additional supplies as necessary. Maintains orderly record of purchases.
Helps maintain a safe and orderly lab environment.
Ensures compliance with safety regulations.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience Minimum Education: Required: Bachelor’s Degree; Preferred: Master’s Degree. Specify Degree(s): Biological or physical sciences
Minimum Experience: Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience; Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience
Qualifications
B.S. or B.A. in Biological or Physical Sciences.
Ability to analyze and interpret data.
Ability to communicate verbally.
Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures.
Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
Ability to work as an effective team member.
Work consists of duties involving several related sequential steps, processes or methods. Duties require consideration of factors and conditions that are apparent and readily verifiable. Work has moderate impact on a specific area. Specific, detailed instruction provided for new or difficult assignments. Employee performs recurring tasks independently. Loyola is committed to providing care that is safe. It is expected that all Loyola employees will perform their job function in a professional and competent manner that constantly seeks to reduce the risk of harm to patients, families and co-workers. Loyola is committed to the continuous improvement of the services it provides to its patients and their families. All Loyola employees are expected to participate in quality improvement activities. Responsible for consistently demonstrating our Magis values of Care, Concern, Respect and Cooperation through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to prevent and solve problems and to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a safe environment. Responsible for developing and maintaining an environment of service excellence as outlined in the Service Excellence standards.
Work Environment and Conditions
Personal Relationships: Routine job with interpersonal contact
Internal Contacts: Within Department, Physicians, Students, Management, Faculty
External Contacts: Vendors, Visitors
Working Conditions: Normal light, heat, air and space in work environment; Occasional exposure to unpleasant physical conditions and/or health & safety hazards
Physical Demands: Occasionally walking, sitting; Frequently standing, reaching with arms, finger/hand dexterity, talking, hearing, seeing; Pushing/pulling; Lifting/Carrying up to 25 lbs
Direct animal or patient contact: Yes
Required/Preferred
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses: N/A
Computer Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications. Willingness to learn specific lab related software as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Required operation of university owned vehicles: No
Open Date: 07/11/2025
Close Date: (not specified)
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $20.00/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $16.60/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 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 .
About Loyola University Chicago 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 an elite university with high research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities. Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy. Loyola is committed to diversity and inclusion and to providing a safe, respectful work environment. For details on benefits and policies, please visit the university website.
Posting Information Quick Link for Posting:
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/33384
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RESEARCH ASST II
Position Number:
8150370
Job Category:
University Staff
Job Type:
Full-Time
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Campus:
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name:
PHYSIOLOGY
Location Code:
PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
Performs experiments as instructed by Principal Investigator. Will receive training to be able to perform techniques required in experiments. May include tissue or cell cultures and animal surgery.
Performs basic lab tasks required to complete experiments. May include preparation of reagents solutions, buffers and media.
Gathers, organizes and records data. Performs simple analysis of results. May assist with Library and/or electronic research.
Monitors inventory of essential lab supplies and order additional supplies as necessary. Maintains orderly record of purchases.
Helps maintain a safe and orderly lab environment.
Ensures compliance with safety regulations.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience Minimum Education: Required: Bachelor’s Degree; Preferred: Master’s Degree. Specify Degree(s): Biological or physical sciences
Minimum Experience: Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience; Preferred: 3-5 years of previous job-related experience
Qualifications
B.S. or B.A. in Biological or Physical Sciences.
Ability to analyze and interpret data.
Ability to communicate verbally.
Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures.
Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
Ability to work as an effective team member.
Work consists of duties involving several related sequential steps, processes or methods. Duties require consideration of factors and conditions that are apparent and readily verifiable. Work has moderate impact on a specific area. Specific, detailed instruction provided for new or difficult assignments. Employee performs recurring tasks independently. Loyola is committed to providing care that is safe. It is expected that all Loyola employees will perform their job function in a professional and competent manner that constantly seeks to reduce the risk of harm to patients, families and co-workers. Loyola is committed to the continuous improvement of the services it provides to its patients and their families. All Loyola employees are expected to participate in quality improvement activities. Responsible for consistently demonstrating our Magis values of Care, Concern, Respect and Cooperation through teamwork and effective communication in an effort to prevent and solve problems and to achieve quality outcomes, patient safety, customer satisfaction and a safe environment. Responsible for developing and maintaining an environment of service excellence as outlined in the Service Excellence standards.
Work Environment and Conditions
Personal Relationships: Routine job with interpersonal contact
Internal Contacts: Within Department, Physicians, Students, Management, Faculty
External Contacts: Vendors, Visitors
Working Conditions: Normal light, heat, air and space in work environment; Occasional exposure to unpleasant physical conditions and/or health & safety hazards
Physical Demands: Occasionally walking, sitting; Frequently standing, reaching with arms, finger/hand dexterity, talking, hearing, seeing; Pushing/pulling; Lifting/Carrying up to 25 lbs
Direct animal or patient contact: Yes
Required/Preferred
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses: N/A
Computer Skills: Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications. Willingness to learn specific lab related software as needed.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
Required operation of university owned vehicles: No
Open Date: 07/11/2025
Close Date: (not specified)
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $20.00/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $16.60/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 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 .
About Loyola University Chicago 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 an elite university with high research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities. Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy. Loyola is committed to diversity and inclusion and to providing a safe, respectful work environment. For details on benefits and policies, please visit the university website.
Posting Information Quick Link for Posting:
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/33384
#J-18808-Ljbffr