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Loyola University Chicago Staff Scientist in Chicago, Illinois
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Position Details
Job Title STAFF SCIENTIST
Position Number 8150279
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status 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
Planning, implementation and analysis of advanced scientific research projects
Interprets data; statistical and data analysis.
Advises and assists with experimental design and execution.
Maintains laboratory equipment for the Department/Institute by working with the Division Administrator, sales reps, technical specialists, repair companies and the Purchasing Department to maintain current equipment and procure new purchases.
Evaluates need for new technologies and train laboratory staff on proper use of equipment.
Collaborates with faculty and other researchers
Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports and co-authors scientific research manuscripts
Operates and maintains a variety of scientific instrumentation which is essential to conducting the appropriate laboratory work. This would include equipment such as laboratory microscopes, centrifuges, incubators and autoclaves.
Employs safety measures in working with hazardous chemicals, laboratory animals, and radioisotopes.
Performs proper recording of procedures related to research studies in the laboratory and for the systematic organization of experimental data including the adequate.
Performs other duties as required.
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
Required: Doctoral Degree (MD or PhD)
Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry, Physiology, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Immunology, other biomedical sciences.
Minimum 2-5 years of completed mentored postdoctoral scientific training or work experience.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
N/A
Computer Skills
Basic computer skills and willingness to learn software used in the research lab.
Supervisory Responsibilities No
Required operation of university owned vehicles No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions Animals
Open Date 09/26/2024
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.
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