Research Assistant I- Wolfe Lab

Position Details

Job Title RESEARCH ASST I Position Number 8150407 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

• Supports research projects in the Wolfe lab (https://ssom.luc.edu/luerec/) by performing lab assays and analyses on clinical specimens for the purpose of understanding the urinary microbiome. Carries out experiments and procedures as instructed by the Principal Investigator (PI) or Lab manager, also assists PI, research staff, and students with lab procedures and projects.

• Carries out experiments and maintains projects as instructed by PI, with appropriate training

• Works as part of a team to process patient samples collected regularly

• Monitors inventory of lab supplies and orders additional supplies when required

• Gathers, organizes, enters, and analyzes data; performs literature searches and retrieves literature

• Maintains a safe and orderly lab environment. Ensures lab environment complies with safety regulations

• Performs related duties as assigned

• Must be flexible to work on weekends occasionally

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

Minimum Education: Required: Bachelors Degree; Preferred: Masters Degree; Specify Degree(s): Biological or physical sciences; Minimum Experience: Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

n/a

Computer Skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, internet and email applications

Supervisory Responsibilities No Required operation of university owned vehicles No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No Physical Demands Lifting, Standing, Repetitive Motions Working Conditions None Open Date 03/21/2024 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. 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 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.