Research Specialist II (Sethakorn Lab)
Loyola University Chicago
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Research
Posted on April 22, 2024
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
RESEARCH SPECIALIST II
Position Number
8150096
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE
Location Code
CBCC RESEARCH (06310A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
The Sethakorn lab in the department of Medicine at Loyola University Chicago Health Sciences Campus invites applicants for a full-time Research Specialist I/II position working on understanding lung cancer pathology and developing new therapies. The Research Specialist will assist in experimental procedures involving lung cancer, cancer immunology and immunotherapy, and mechanisms of resistance to therapy for cancer. They will also oversee the day-to-day aspects of the lab including supply/equipment ordering and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Carries out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator (PI).
- Assists with experimental procedures involving tissue or cell cultures of lung cancer, preparing reagents and solutions, and making direct experimental measurements. – Fabricate microdevices for 3D culture of primary human cells
- Performs basic lab techniques required to complete the project. – Gathers, organizes, and records data. Performs analysis of results. – Contributes to the scientific development and writing of manuscripts and grants.
- Assists in writing scientific manuscripts.
- Ensures lab environment complies with safety regulations and may assume partial responsibility for safety in the lab.
- Incorporates and develops new protocols and methodologies.
- 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 related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Minimum Education: Required: Bachelors Degree Preferred: Masters Degree Minimum Experience: Required: 5+ years of previous job-related experience. Completion of relevant coursework is considered equivalent experience.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in: Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry or Chemistry Microbiology, Virology, Immunology is preferred.
Minimum Experience: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience in an academic or industry setting.
- Practical experience with culturing human-derived tissues, particularly lung cancer cell lines and primary human organoid culture is preferred.
Practical experience with immunofluorescence is preferred but not required.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and established procedures.
- Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to communicate verbally.
- Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data.
- Ability to work as an effective team member.
- Ability to organize workflow.
- Ability to work routine job with interpersonal contact skill.
- Ability to interact with internal and external constituents.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Not Applicable
Computer Skills
| Microsoft Office suite of programs, Prism GraphPad
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, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Animals
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.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27809
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Details
Job Title
RESEARCH SPECIALIST II
Position Number
8150096
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name
DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE
Location Code
CBCC RESEARCH (06310A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
The Sethakorn lab in the department of Medicine at Loyola University Chicago Health Sciences Campus invites applicants for a full-time Research Specialist I/II position working on understanding lung cancer pathology and developing new therapies. The Research Specialist will assist in experimental procedures involving lung cancer, cancer immunology and immunotherapy, and mechanisms of resistance to therapy for cancer. They will also oversee the day-to-day aspects of the lab including supply/equipment ordering and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Carries out experiments as instructed by Principle Investigator (PI).
- Assists with experimental procedures involving tissue or cell cultures of lung cancer, preparing reagents and solutions, and making direct experimental measurements. – Fabricate microdevices for 3D culture of primary human cells
- Performs basic lab techniques required to complete the project. – Gathers, organizes, and records data. Performs analysis of results. – Contributes to the scientific development and writing of manuscripts and grants.
- Assists in writing scientific manuscripts.
- Ensures lab environment complies with safety regulations and may assume partial responsibility for safety in the lab.
- Incorporates and develops new protocols and methodologies.
- 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 related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
Minimum Education: Required: Bachelors Degree Preferred: Masters Degree Minimum Experience: Required: 5+ years of previous job-related experience. Completion of relevant coursework is considered equivalent experience.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in: Molecular Biology, Biology, Biochemistry or Chemistry Microbiology, Virology, Immunology is preferred.
Minimum Experience: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience in an academic or industry setting.
- Practical experience with culturing human-derived tissues, particularly lung cancer cell lines and primary human organoid culture is preferred.
- Ability to maintain accuracy and consistency.
- Ability to communicate verbally.
- Ability to finish tasks in a timely manner.
- Ability to deal calmly and courteously with people.
- Ability to analyze and interpret data.
- Ability to work as an effective team member.
- Ability to organize workflow.
- Ability to work routine job with interpersonal contact skill.
- Ability to interact with internal and external constituents.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
Not Applicable
Computer Skills
| Microsoft Office suite of programs, Prism GraphPad
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, Heating, Ventilation, Odors, Noise, Animals
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.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/27809
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Do you possess a minimum of a Bachelor's Degree?
- Yes
- No
- Do you have at least five years of relevant experience or a combination of relevant coursework and experience?
- Yes
- No
- Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?
(Open Ended Question) - How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Public Job Posting
- Internal Job Posting
- Agency Referral
- Advertisement/Publication
- Personal Referral
- Website
- Other
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
