Sr Staff Scientist

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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.

Position Details 

Position Details

Job Title	SR STAFF SCIENTIST
Position Number	8150705
Work Modality
Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?
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?	No
Duties and Responsibilities	Supports research projects focused on stem cell, regenerative, and lung biology in mice and human. Planning, implementation and analysis of research projects, as instructed by Principal Investigator (PI). Lead mouse colony management, including mouse ordering, breeding & genotyping. Assist tissue harvesting (lung, spleen, blood, BALF, airway), and mouse injections, such as intraperitoneal, intravenous subcutaneous and intra-tracheal injections. Establish Lung Disease modeling in mice following various established injury protocols. Assists PI, Research Staff, and Students with Lab procedures and projects as needed, such as Immunohistochemistry, Microscopy, Flow Cytometry, Tissue Cell cultures. Maintains overall Lab organization including ordering supplies, preparing reagents, monitoring equipment and compliance with safety regulations. Maintains all Study records in secure files. Trouble shoots problems with methodology. Attends weekly Journal clubs, Department seminars and Lab meetings. Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience	Minimum Education: Required: Doctoral DegreeBiology, Molecular biology, Regenerative Medicine, Immunology, Biology of Aging, or other biomedical sciences. Minimum lab experience: 1-2 years of post-graduation job experience.Previous lab experience with tissue cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy are strongly preferred. Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Image J and Flowjo are strongly recommended.
Qualifications	Minimum Education: Required: Doctoral Degree Notes: Postdoctoral candidates are strongly encouraged as well (titles are adjustable to match previous experiences and technical expertise).Biology, Molecular biology, Regenerative Medicine, Immunology, Biology of Aging, or other biomedical sciences. Minimum lab experience: 1-2 years of post-graduation job experience.Previous lab experience with tissue cell culture techniques, immunohistochemistry, flow cytometry and microscopy are strongly preferred. Ability to use Adobe Illustrator, Image J and Flowjo are strongly recommended. Strong interest in science with self-motivation. Fast to learn and apply new skills. Proficiency with mouse colony management and handling. Familiarity with IACUC protocol writing, amendment and ability to follow Vivarium regulations and animal study ethics. Ability to multitask and be flexible in planning, coordinating and generating mice for multiple research projects. Ability to follow existing protocols and establish new procedures following publicly available methods. Ability to function independently and manage own time and work tasks accurately and consistently. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis. An effective Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses	N/A
Computer Skills	Ability to use Microsoft Office, Prism, and other routine computer software for data analysis.
Supervisory Responsibilities	No
Required operation of university owned vehicles	No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?	No
Physical Demands	None
Working Conditions	None
Open Date	02/01/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate	$70,000/ann
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate	$60,000/ann
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 one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation’s top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country’s most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.
Quick Link for Posting	https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/30981

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