Research Assistant I- Visick Lab - Masco Corporation
Chicago, IL
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Position Details
Position Details
Job Title RESEARCH ASST I
Position Number 8150797
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name MICROBIOLOGY
Location Code MICROBIOLOGY (06220A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
Visick Lab
-Carries out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator (PI). Assists with experimental procedures involving bacteria, preparing reagents and solutions, and making direct experimental measurements.
- Performs basic lab techniques required to complete the project. Techniques performed may include animal care, Western Blot analysis. Reporter assays, biofilm and motility assays.
- Gathers, organizes, and records data. Performs simple analysis of results. May assist with library and/or electronic research. Incorporates new protocols and methodologies into work as directed by PI and/or senior lab staff.
- May assist in ordering lab supplies when required. Maintains orderly records of purchases.
- Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment. Ensures compliance with safety regulations.
- Performs techniques and assists with experiments specific to lab and in accordance with direction from individual PI.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
-Support research projects by performing routine cultures, western blot, gel electrophoresis and other routine molecular and cellular biology assays and analyses, as instructed by the Principal Investigator (PI) and other lab members.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Education Required: Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education Preferred: Bachelors Degree Experience Required: None Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
N/A
Computer Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Supervisory Responsibilities No
Required operation of university owned vehicles No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? Yes
Physical Demands Lifting, Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions Lighting
Open Date 10/21/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://www.luc.edu/diversityandinclusion/) . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits (https://cld.bz/c/sy7N6a?utm_medium=email&utm_source=transactional&utm_campaign=CldBz-Share-Collection) centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29521
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title RESEARCH ASST I
Position Number 8150797
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name MICROBIOLOGY
Location Code MICROBIOLOGY (06220A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
Visick Lab
-Carries out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator (PI). Assists with experimental procedures involving bacteria, preparing reagents and solutions, and making direct experimental measurements.
- Performs basic lab techniques required to complete the project. Techniques performed may include animal care, Western Blot analysis. Reporter assays, biofilm and motility assays.
- Gathers, organizes, and records data. Performs simple analysis of results. May assist with library and/or electronic research. Incorporates new protocols and methodologies into work as directed by PI and/or senior lab staff.
- May assist in ordering lab supplies when required. Maintains orderly records of purchases.
- Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment. Ensures compliance with safety regulations.
- Performs techniques and assists with experiments specific to lab and in accordance with direction from individual PI.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
-Support research projects by performing routine cultures, western blot, gel electrophoresis and other routine molecular and cellular biology assays and analyses, as instructed by the Principal Investigator (PI) and other lab members.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Education Required: Bachelors Degree OR equivalent training acquired via work experience or education Preferred: Bachelors Degree Experience Required: None Preferred: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
Qualifications
Bachelors Degree
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
N/A
Computer Skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Supervisory Responsibilities No
Required operation of university owned vehicles No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? Yes
Physical Demands Lifting, Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions Lighting
Open Date 10/21/2024
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://www.luc.edu/diversityandinclusion/) . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits (https://cld.bz/c/sy7N6a?utm_medium=email&utm_source=transactional&utm_campaign=CldBz-Share-Collection) centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/29521
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