at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery
Hiring Department: Surgery
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1020262
Posting Close Date: 05/10/2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
Department of Surgery at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking highly motivated and energetic applicants for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate position. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will be responsible for overall scientific management of research projects. Our research focus is molecular genetics and epigenetics of Lung cancer and development of biomarkers for lung cancer prognosis and diagnosis. The experimental procedures include genetics, epigenetics, molecular biology, and cellular biology
Duties & Responsibilities
Participate in specialized research with the PI.
Use proper scientific methods for publication and participating in scientific symposia.
Standardize and systematize comprehensive laboratory protocols while maintaining accurate records of the work performed.
Test, optimize and implement both new and existing methods/techniques.
Ability to follow established protocols to carry out laboratory procedures such as tissue culture, quantitative PCR, methylation specific PCR, SDS-Page gels, DNA extraction, bisulfite treatment, and nanoparticle-based methylation specific techniques.
Analyze data and information, evaluate and report findings to Assistant Professor/Principal Investigators, research staff, and national conferences. A successful candidate must be able to manage database utilizing software such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint, STATA, and SAP.
As directed by the Principal Investigator, design and develop research projects and grant proposals.
Biospecimen (blood, urine, and tissue) processing according to laboratory protocols.
Data collection, processing, and analysis. Prepare and contribute statistical data and pertinent information for papers, presentations, abstract creation, and grant applications.
Develop project updates and brief reports.
Preparation and implementation of general laboratory maintenance protocols (e.g., safety, training, waste management etc.)
Ensure that laboratory procedures comply with all safety requirements.
Supervise and train new graduate and undergraduate students.
Identifies and coordinates working relationships with peers at other research sites including and appropriate University personnel to achieve defined goals and objectives.
Comply with aid enforcement and biosafety protocols.
Collaborate with the PI and other lab members to prepare or perform experimental procedures in genetics, molecular biology, and cell culture.
Attends meetings and committees related to the research projects and represents the Hulbert lab as a liaison with other research specialists, research scientists and investigators nationally and internationally.
Performs other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. in genetics, molecular biology or related field required.
Possesses and applies advanced... For full info follow application link.
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