Biology, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Full-Time, Non-Tenu

at Loyola University Of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Position Details

Position Details
Job Title 
 Biology, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track
Position Title 
 Biology, Post-Doctoral Fellow, Full-Time, Non-Tenure Track
Position Number
Job Category 
 University Faculty
Job Type 
 Full-Time
FLSA Status 
 Exempt
Campus 
 Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Location Code 
 BIOLOGY (02112A)
Department Name 
 BIOLOGY
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?  
 Yes
Duties and Responsibilities 
 The Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Loyola University Chicago (LUC) invites applications for a full-time post-doctoral fellow, beginning in Academic Year 2023-2024. The position is for one year with the possibility of renewal for additional years based on performance and funding. The postdoctoral fellow will study the response of oligodendrocytes to various stress conditions, including ER stress and inflammation. This position will support research in the laboratory of Dr. Yanan Chen, which uses cellular, genetic, and pharmacological approaches to understand the cytoprotective pathways in oligodendrocytes against inflammation and investigate the impact of oligodendrocyte protections on the progression of multiple sclerosis. The position is jointly funded by Loyola's Department of Biology and the National MS Society and provides an ideal opportunity for candidates who are interested in gaining teaching experience while conducting cutting-edge research.

Located on Chicago's vibrantly multicultural North Side, LUC is committed to creating an inclusive, responsive community of faculty, students, and staff. As an urban-based Department of Biology dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body, many of whom come from under-represented and under-served populations, we especially encourage applications from candidates from under-represented groups. We also encourage applications from candidates committed to interdisciplinarity (i.e., working with colleagues across different subfields and disciplines). This search is part of a university-wide, multiyear hiring initiative designed to hire outstanding researchers and teachers who are reflective of our diverse student body. Of special interest are candidates who can further the University's efforts to foster diversity, equity, and inclusion.

The postdoc will work with Dr. Chen to investigate the cytoprotective response pathways in oligodendrocytes in vitro, in a variety of genetic mouse models as well as in mouse models of demyelination. The candidate will be involved in several different aspects of the project, including collecting and analyzing data, writing manuscripts, giving presentations, and mentoring students. Experimental techniques will include behavioral assessment of mouse models, brain and spinal cord dissection, immunohistochemistry, immunoblotting, EM processing, confocal, TEM imaging, and other biochemical and molecular approaches. In addition to lab work, the postdoc will teach one or two courses in the Department of Biology.
Qualifications 
 Applicants must have a Ph.D. in neurobiology or a related field. A background in working with mice is required.
Physical Demands 
 None
Working Conditions 
 None
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience 
 Applicants must have a Ph.D. in neurobiology or a related field. A background in working with mice is required.
Open Date 
 02/15/2023
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants 
 Candidates should submit the following items to www.careers.luc.edu: 1) a Curriculum Vitae; 2) a research statement; 3) a statement on teaching experience; and 4) a statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to mentoring a diverse student body, and engaging a diverse community through research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants should also provide the names and contact information for three references (referees will not be contacted immediately but might be at subsequent points in the review process).

The position is available immediately and will remain open until filled.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty. The University seeks to increase the diversity of its professoriate, workforce and undergraduate and graduate student populations because broad diversity - including a wide range of individuals... For full info follow application link.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. 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.

Loyola University Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.