at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chica in Lake Forest, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.
Day (United States of America)
LocationSimpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center
Job Description
The Postdoctoral Associate will design, organize, and conduct highly specialized and advanced experiments using established scientific protocols and procedures and, in some cases, designing new protocols; summarize findings and publish results in research journals; assume general responsibility for scientific operations of the laboratory; provide supervision and guidance to junior technicians, students, and researchers.
This position is specifically to assist on a NIH Human BioMolecular Atlas Program grant. More information available at: Larondalab.org and https://hubmapconsortium.org
Essential Job Functions:
Located in Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center on Northwestern University Chicago Campus
Design and implement research protocols; design safety procedures; adapt new procedures, methods, or instrumentation relative to research procedures.
Oversee media preparation, animal maintenance and equipment maintenance, quality control analysis of reagents.
Collect, prepare, and analyze research data; keep a detailed notebook summarizing experiments and recording research data; maintain computer database of research data; tabulate and display data for presentation in research conferences and for manuscript preparation; use graphics and statistical software to analyze and present data.
Supervise other personnel in the laboratory to coordinate research efforts for increased efficiency; participate in training of fellows, residents, students, and volunteer workers as needed.
Search pertinent scientific literature and draft/edit manuscripts.
Assist in grant writing.
Present data in written and oral form at local and national meetings.
Assist with ordering and procurement of supplies and equipment and with general maintenance of laboratory.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ph.D. or equivalent in a basic or health science with 2-3 years of previous postdoc experience preferred.
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work in a highly collaborative fast-paced environment
Ability to successfully interact with diverse stakeholders including clinicians, basic scientists, and translational researchers
Ability to multitask and manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
EducationPhD: Biology
Benefit Statement
For full time and part time employees who work 20 or more hours per week we offer a generous benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Employer paid group term life and disability
Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave
403(b) with a 5% employer match
Various voluntary benefits:
Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability
Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage
Tuition assistance
Student loan servicing and support
Adoption benefits
Backup Childcare and Eldercare
Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members
Discount on services at Lurie Children's facilities
Discount purchasing program
There's a Place for You with Us
At Lurie Children's we embrace and celebrate diversity and equity in a serious way. We are committed to building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints - recognizing that diverse identities strengthen our workplace and the care we can provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging and allyship. This is a place where you can be your best, so we can give our best to the patients and families who trust us with their care.
Lurie Children's and its affiliatesare equal employment opportunity employers. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, order of protection status,... For full info follow application link.
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