at Loyola University Of Chicago in Maywood, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Position Details
Position Details
Job Title
Post-Doctoral Research
Position Number
8150598
Job Category
University Staff
Job Type
Full-Time
FLSA Status
Exempt
Campus
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Department Name
Location Code
THORACIC (06750A)
Is this split and/or fully grant funded?
Yes
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate will have the appropriate mentorship and supervision to see through health services research projects from idea to publication, and the opportunity to present at national and international meetings. The candidate will be able to develop a research niche and area of expertise in cardiothoracic surgery and lung transplantation. The candidate will become facile in the management and analysis of big data as it pertains to cardiothoracic surgery with emphasis on health care delivery and policy. The candidate will work in a multi-disciplinary research environment which includes multiple renowned cardiothoracic surgeons, pulmonologists and lung transplant specialists, in addition to having access to basic scientists in the department. Previous post-docs have been immensely successful with multiple podium presentations at national meetings, numerous publications and awards and have subsequently secured positions in-line with their career aspirations.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience
M.D. or PhD Required
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate, holding an M.D. and/or PhD with an interest in cardiothoracic surgery, thoracic oncology and/or heart/lung transplantation. Surgical residents who wish to gain research experience are also welcome to apply. Experience with statistical software packages such as R, SAS, Stata, is preferred but not mandatory.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses
PhD or MD
Computer Skills
Experience with statistical software packages such as R, SAS, Stata, is preferred but not mandatory.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No
Required operation of university owned vehicles
No
Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?
Physical Demands
None
Working Conditions
None
Open Date
Close Date
Special Instructions to Applicants
Diversity and Inclusion Statement
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.
Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/28618
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.
