at Rosalind Franklin Univeristy of Medicine & Science in North Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Summary
The Center for Cancer Cell Biology, Immunology, and Infection (Department of Microbiology & Immunology) in the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science is inviting applications for a Postdoctoral Research Associate (entry level).
They will be involved in studying molecular mechanisms of HIV infection and pathogenesis in the central nervous system.
Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short-term and long-term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b) retirement plan which includes an 8% employer contribution after two years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee well-being and work-life balance. Full-time staff members are eligible for three weeks of vacation, 15 sick days, and 13 holidays plus two floating holidays. That is a minimum of 30 paid days off each year!
Who We Are
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA. RFU is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance.
As part of our efforts to enhance the depth and breadth of research at RFU and to facilitate the translation of our basic science research to the development of diagnostics, therapeutics, and identification of biomarkers in order to improve human health, a new Innovation and Research Park (IRP) was constructed, opening in January 2020. The novel design of the IRP enables academic researchers to reside in state-of-the-art laboratory space that is in close proximity to industry researchers on each floor of the 100,000 sq ft building. It also houses our Helix 51 Incubator, Chicago's newest bioscience incubator for startups. To learn more, see https://www.rosalindfranklin.edu/research/innovation-and-research-park/
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Lead independent research projects in an unsupervised manner and conduct experiments contributing to the lab's studies; (2) Unsupervised
Unsupervised planning, execution, data collection, analyses, and preparation of manuscripts; (3) Train and nurture incoming graduate students;
Conduct the following specific research activities independently:
Work with mice, collect and analyze biological samples and manage mouse colonies (including genotyping)
Cell cultures, ectopic protein expression and analysis such as Western blotting
Well versed in all molecular techniques including cloning and advanced genomics technologies
Expression and purification of recombinant proteins
Immunofluorescence microscopy
Conditions of Employment
Must achieve satisfactory results from a background check
Compliance with the current COVID19 vaccination policy
Required Education & Experience
PhD in Microbiology and Immunology
0-1 year post PhD experience
Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to work independently or as a team
Good English reading, writing and verbal communication skills
Experience working with viruses and their propagation
Mindset to practice inclusiveness and work within diverse cultural and social settings
Experience working with mice
At least 1 primary author and 1 co-author publication
Preferred Qualifications
PhD in Microbiology and Immunology
Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions
Selected candidate must have the mental and physical capabilities to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.
EOE, Including Disability / Vets
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. EOE, Including Disability / Vets.
