Location: Lombard, IL
Company: Swca Environmental Consultants
- Site Lead (HR Title: Staff Biologist) to join our growing bat biology program.
You will lead bat studies using mist-net and acoustic survey techniques for projects in the renewable energy, transportation, and other development projects across the eastern United States.
A key element of your job also will be to independently supervise environmental survey crews in the field. In addition, you will write reports, lead habitat backssments, and assist with other environmental surveys (e. g. avian surveys, wetland delineations, species-specific surveys). Applicants with additional relevant skills (e. g. wetland determinations, additional endangered species experienced) will receive
top consideration. This position offers the possibility of temporary or regular full time status with the flexibility of working remotely from anywhere within the Indiana bat range.
Lodging and travel expenses will be covered. What you will accomplish Lead mist-net and acoustic surveys for bats. Collect field data for bats, other wildlife, and other natural resources. Supervise a small crew while conducting environmental fieldwork. This includes: independently assigning and directing the activities of others on behalf of SWCA, often in remote areas without immediate guidance from senior managers, to ensure quality and on-time delivery; ensuring that employees understand their responsibilities
and delegated tasks and being held accountable if crew members under your supervision are not performing their activities correctly, productively, and safely; serving as a conduit of communication between employees and senior managers, including communicating issues to relevant senior managers; receiving and resolving complaints from employees in the field; andmonitoring team productivity and offering timely performance guidance, including determining when corrective action is needed and delivering appropriate feedback.
Track target species via radio-telemetry. Lead habitat backssments and site characterization studies. Prepare reports describing survey methodologies and results for clients and regulatory agencies.
Assist with Endangered Species Act compliance coordination. May mentor junior staff, as appropriate. May conduct biological data/literature searches and reviews. May conduct wetland and stream delineations. Use topographic maps, aerial photographs, GPS units, and other maps and tools to determine exact locations of project areas, habitat types, and associated landforms. Drive 4WD vehicles in rugged terrain. Experience and qualifications for success Minimum Qualifications: Hold a Federal Fish and Wildlife Section 10(a)(1)(A) permit for listed bat species to include, at a minimum, the Indiana bat, gray bat, and northern long-eared bat.
Minimum of B. A. or B. S. in Biology, Ecology, Natural Resource Management, or a related field. Minimum 2 years of demonstrated field experience with bat species of the eastern and central U. S. and appropriate survey techniques. Ability to work in a dynamic team environment in a variety of field conditions. Must have proof of current rabies vaccination. Ability and willingness to travel; extensive travel and night work will be required during the summer months. Preferred Qualifications: Hold a 10(a)(1)(A) permit for Ozark big-eared bats and/or Virginia big-eared bats in addition to the species listed above.
Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrable skillsets and experience in addition to bat surveys, such as: wetland delineation, avian survey techniques, and botanical survey experience. Experience conducting manual review of acoustic survey data. Experience preparing scientific reports and environmental permitting documentation. Interest in using your experience to put your own stamp on a fast growing bat program. Ability to conduct fieldwork for long hours in inclement weather conditions.
Ability to walk up to 10 miles per day, often in rugged terrain. May have to carry equipment and/or supplies, weighing up to 40 pounds. SWCA Environmental Consultants is a growing employee-owned firm, providing a full spectrum of environmental services. With offices across the United States, SWCA is one of the largest environmental compliance firms and ranks among Engineering News-Record's Top 200 Environmental Firms. SWCA is committed to salary equity and salary transparency for all its employees. In alignment with this commitment, SWCA posts good faith pay ranges in all its advertised job postings to promote pay equity and transparency.
An employee in this Chicago, Illinois-based position can expect an hourly pay rate of $24.15/hr. -$31.50/hr. Actual pay within this range may depend on experience, qualifications, geographic location, client requirements where applicable, and other factors permitted by law. Regular-status employees are also eligible for performance bonuses. Candidates are also encouraged to consider SWCA's Total Rewards package, which includes a competitive Benefits package, forward-thinking workplace flexibility, outstanding corporate culture, award-winning career development, and more.
EOE - women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply If you would like to contact SWCA regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the online application process due to a disability, please email or call. This contact information is for disability accommodation requests only. All other inquiries will not receive a response. #LI-LC1#ind-swca Connect With Us! Not ready to apply? Connect with us for general consideration.
If you're ready to work for an organization where caring is a way of life, you've come to the right place. Oh, and the lakefront views are spectacular too! Apply Today! Job Summary: Process requests for laboratory work by obtaining specimens and inputting required information in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and Clinical Information System.
Provide reports and other related information to clients as needed. Collects, prepares, and processes specimens for Reference Lab Testing. Performs Point of Care (POC) testing. Essential Phlebotomist/Lab Assistant Functions: Draw blood samples from the patient following set guidelines including strict adherence to National Patient Safety
Goals (NPSG). Blood draws for employees as directed by Employee Health Prepare blood samples for " send out" of POC testing Perform waived laboratory testing by following the manufacturer's instructions, enter and verifies results in Laboratory Information Systems in accordance with laboratory policies Process inpatient laboratory requests utilizing Laboratory Information System and verifies collection Process orders, collect specimens, verify, and process clinic patient orders Enters specimen and test information when required Prepares and processes specimens for Reference Lab Testing when required Scanning of reference laboratory test results when necessary Interact effectively
with physicians, patients, and other support services Participate in inventory management and optimal resource utilization What we need from you: High school diploma and an approved phlebotomy program or 4-5 years of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required Two (2) years of previous pediatric phlebotomy experience required Laboratory Assistant experience required CPR Required-Only certifications issued by the American Heart Association, or the American Red Cross will be accepted PBT (ASCP) and/or CLPIB (NCA) programs, MA certification preferred General knowledge of phlebotomy procedures and practices Demonstrated oral and written communication skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills What you will receive: $500.00 sign-on bonus Competitive Salary Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, and Accident Insurance Retirement Plan and Matching Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Reimbursement Who we are: La Rabida Children's Hospital is the only hospital of its kind in Chicago.
As an acute care specialty hospital, we focus on treating those with complex medical conditions, chronic illnesses, developmental disabilities, abuse, and trauma.
La Rabida is a place unlike any other. We understand the needs of families with children battling the most serious or complicated of conditions. With teams of the best healthcare providers in Chicago, we give continuous, comprehensive care, education, and support, helping families face their unique obstacles head-on. La Rabida Children's Hospital is very proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Conditions of Employment Required to demonstrate full vaccination status for Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) with a Food and Drug Administration (FDA) authorized or FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccine; OR Qualify for a reasonable accommodation for an exemption from vaccine requirements based on a medical disability or because of a sincerely held religious belief.
Additional information and instructions regarding how to request a reasonable accommodation will be provided on request at the time of selection. High school diploma and an approved phlebotomy program or 4-5 years of relevant work experience or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience required -Two (2) years of previous pediatric phlebotomy experience required -Laboratory Assistant experience required -CPR Required-Only certifications issued by the American Heart Association, or the American Red Cross will be accepted -General knowledge of phlebotomy procedures and practices -Demonstrated oral and written communication skills -Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Flexible Spending Account Cash Accumulation Plan-401KLife/AD&D Insurance Short- Term/Long-Term Disability Vacation Plan Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Adoption Assistance Program Tuition Reimbursement Maternity/Paternity Leave Pet Insurance Essential Functions: Meet the requirements of an Associate Scientist.
Maintain full independent account responsibility. Assure customer satisfaction through professional communications with the customers, suppliers, and NWF employees including Sales, production, customer service, and alternate plant facilities. Achieve an understanding of our customer's products and processing. Become an expert at formulating NWF products for customer applications.
Demonstrate appropriate competency in ingredient functionality and selection. Impact cost through formulation. Represent R&D at customer visits and/or plant trials.
Support customer training presentations. Perform other duties or special projects as needed. Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's Degree in Food Science, Culinary Science, Biology, Chemistry or related field. Minimum of two years experience and/or training. Strong communication, interpersonal skills and general knowledge in MS Office, AS400 and Lotus Notes. Work Environment: General office setting. Periodic exposure to: (1) loud environment, (2) airborne particles with stronger odors associated with spicy food ingredients,
(3) cold, hot, wet and humid conditions, (4) walking and standing on concrete, (5) climbing steps, ladders, (6) standing on elevated surfaces.
Relocation assistance available Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. New Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer Newly Weds Foods will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods.
Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen. Newly Weds Foods - 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Ave. Chicago IL -xyz X - nwfnorthamerica
under the mentorship of a supervisor. The major responsibilities will include routine mammalian cell culture, cell bank maintenance and equipment handling. The successful candidate will be expected to rapidly learn the daily operation of the lab, readily adapt to changing needs and priorities.
Excellent teamwork, communication skills, adherence to good laboratory conduct, documentation practices and safety guidelines are essential. Basic: Associate degree with 1-2 years' experience BS degree or equivalent education with no additional experience. Knowledge of aseptic technique. Prior wet lab bench work experience and familiarity with general biology lab procedures. Ability to perform
routine tasks in a timeline driven and goal-oriented team environment. Driven, agile, detail-oriented, organized and a self-starter. Preferred: Experience with mammalian cell culture, working in a cell bank, cryopreservation and handling multiple adherent, suspension, or mixed cell lines simultaneously.
Key Leadership Competencies: Builds strong relationships with peers and cross functionally with partners outside of team to enable higher performance. Fast learner and adaptable to quick-changing priorities. Creates a learning environment, open to feedback for improvement. Significant Work Activities and Conditions Continuous sitting for prolonged periods (more than 2 consecutive
hours in an 8-hour day) Entry level skills, either Associates with 1-2 years of experience, Bachelors Degree in Biology with no lab experience or BS in Chemistry with Biology minor.
Familiar with general lab equipment, i. e. microscope, Autoclave.
& Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond.
A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers.
It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, shop, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford,
Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity. Description: Under supervision performs a variety of duties and responsibilities associated with basic laboratory support functions, such as specimen processing according to policy and procedure, filing, answering telephones, result retrieval, customer service, faxing reports, order entry, log in specimens, printing reports, specimen distribution, centrifugations of specimens, operate and troubleshoot computer terminals, printers, fax and copiers, limited preventive maintenance.
Troubleshoot and problem solve order errors, mislabeled specimen, missed test, add-on's and other specimen processing errors. Keep
work area clean and organized. Wear PPE equipment at all times.
Be professional and courteous when interacting with internal and external customers and clients at all times. The Medical Laboratory Technician II supervises subordinate personnel in the absence of the Medical Laboratory Technician III. Assist the Medical Laboratory III. Performs other related duties as required and assigned Duties & Responsibilities 70% Receive a wide variety of patient specimens arriving at the laboratory for testing. Using independent judgment and following established guidelines, decide whether specimen type and quality is suitable. Notify physician if unacceptable.
Perform computer procedures for test requesting, canceling or crediting tests ordered. Verify billing information. Prioritize and organize work. Perform required procedures to process specimens: centrifuges, aliquots, etc. Distribute samples appropriately; maintain specimen storage. Answer phones for inquiries of results. Recall data via LIS and report by phone. Trace results not yet posted. Call STAT/critical results to clinics and units according to policy and procedure. Use the laboratory computer for all functions related to testing of patient specimens: run patient and lab reports and perform other computer functions i.
e. backups. 20% Verify and perform proper follow up for neonatal screens. 10% Perform routine maintenance procedures and function checks on laboratory centrifuges using established procedures. Maintain the laboratory work area so that it is organized, neat and uncluttered. Assist with the supervision of subordinate personnel. Refer all problems to supervisor. Seek and obtain guidance from supervisor regarding questionable test results. Supervises subordinates in the absence of the Medical Laboratory Technician III. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Required: 1.
Any one or combination of the following equivalent to two (2) years (24 months): A. Associate's Degree eighteen months (18 months) in medical laboratory technology (MLT). OR B. Completion of a vocational training program for Medical Laboratory technology. OR C. Work experience training in a medical laboratory which provided a knowledge of generally accepted medical laboratory principles and practices. 2. One (1) year (12 months) of work experience as a medical laboratory technician This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UI Health offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.
In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.
Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, interactionual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
