Staff Scientist

Loyola University Of Chicago

United States, Illinois, Maywood

April 09, 2024

Position Details

Job Title	STAFF SCIENTIST
Position Number	8150663
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?	Yes
Duties and Responsibilities	Planning, implementation, and analysis of advanced scientific research projects - Interprets data, statistical and data analysis. Performs molecular and protein analysis (PCR, transfections, western analysis). Performs isolation and characterization of cells relevant to ongoing studies. Immunohistochemistry and fluorescent microscopy Designs experiments and conducts animal studies (genotyping, colony management, breeding). - 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. Maintains an extensive data base of samples, protocols. Supervises and trains graduate students, residents, and medical students who work in the lab. Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	PhD or M.D
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 computing skills
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	11/14/2023
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 . 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 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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