at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Visiting Research Specialist- Rong Lab Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Visiting Research Specialist- Rong Lab Department of Microbiology and Immunology
Hiring Department: Microbiology and Immunology
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1025481
Posting Close Date: 6/21/24
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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
The University of Illinois at Chicago Department of Microbiology and Immunology seeks a Visiting Research Specialist who will focus on research and scientific techniques within the fields of molecular virology and antiviral drug discovery. The position will conduct research, develop experimental protocols and devise methods to apply scientific principles and theories in research projects.
Job Duties
Design experiments related to virology research using tissue cultured cells
High-throughput screening and hit validation using robotic equipment
Perform molecular and cellular experiments to understand molecular and genetic mechanisms using cell culture, molecular biology and cell-based assays.
Engage in laboratory research, analyze data and information, evaluate and report findings to senior research faculty and research staff.
Oversee and mentor postdoctoral fellows and doctoral and medical student trainees; participate in the oversight of laboratory activities.
Write grant applications for extramural funding; prepare and submit research reports describing findings.
Author publications in peer-reviewed journals, make presentations of papers to professional societies and develop new designs or techniques that are of material significance in the solution of important applied programs.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in biology, microbiology, biochemistry, or related field required. A minimum of 3 years of research experience is required.
To apply, please and upload a cover letter, CV and the names and contact information for three references
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