Job Description

Position DetailsJob Title RESEARCH ASSISTANT II
Position Number 8102448
Job Category University Staff
Job Type Full-Time
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Campus Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department Name BIOLOGY
Location Code BIOLOGY (02112A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes
Duties and ResponsibilitiesLoyola University Chicago (LUC), College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Biology invites applications for a full-time laboratory technician with experience in ecological and/or molecular genetics, in particular mitogenome sequencing and eDNA sequencing. The position is in the lab of Dr. Yoel Stuart. We have a funded project to sequence mitochondrial genomes of Illinois aquatic species, primarily fish. We will also use eDNA to survey fish diversity in Illinois's Fox River. You can read about Dr. Stuart's research at .
Minimum Education and/or Work ExperienceBachelor's degree in related field and one to two years of related experience.
QualificationsMinimum Education and or Work Experience:

• Education Required. Master's Degree in Molecular Ecology, Ecological Genetics, Evolutionary Ecology, or a related field. Or a Bachelor's Degree in Molecular Ecology, Ecological Genetics, Evolutionary Ecology, or a related field.

Experience Required:

• At least 1 year of experience during school or after school with sequencing, generating genomes, and/or conducting eDNA research.
• The applicant should have a valid driver's license and be willing to drive a field vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Applicants with at least an MS degree in molecular ecology, ecological genetics, evolutionary ecology, or a related field are preferred. Or, applicants with a BS degree with equivalent experience with sequencing, generating genomes, and/or conducting eDNA research.
• The applicant should have a valid driver's license and be willing to drive a field vehicle.

Certificates/Credentials/LicensesN/A
Computer SkillsProficiency in Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Some experience with command line coding and bioinformatics software and approaches.
Supervisory Responsibilities Yes
Required operation of university owned vehicles Yes
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? Yes
Physical Demands Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Climbing, Crawling/Kneeling, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions Irregular Hours, Exposure to Inclement Weather
Open Date 02/10/2025
Close Date
Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $23.08/hr
Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $23.08/hr
Special Instructions to Applicants
About Loyola University ChicagoLoyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola's professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, 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. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, .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 recruiting and retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce that enables a culture of inclusivity. We act with the heart of a nonprofit organization and an academic enterprise with ethical practices that advance the Jesuit Mission. Loyola actively seeks to build a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds that support our Jesuit tradition, while helping Ramblers foster a sense of belonging and affinity for all.Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.Quick Link for Posting

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