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The Thoracic Surgery Division at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL, is actively seeking to fill a Postdoctoral Fellow position specializing in either the immunology of organ transplantation or lung diseases. Department:
MED-Thoracic Surgery
Salary/Grade:
RES/
Job Summary
The Thoracic Surgery Division at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL, is actively seeking to fill a Postdoctoral Fellow position specializing in either the immunology of organ transplantation or lung diseases.
Successful candidates will join a dynamic and multidisciplinary research team focusing on using contemporary research tools include single cell transcriptomics, proteomics, intravital imaging, and multichannel flow cytometry, all complemented by bioinformatics and computational biology techniques. Our primary focus is on uncovering the immunopathogenesis of allograft dysfunction and rejection, with a specific emphasis on identifying clinically relevant mechanisms in lung transplant utilizing animal models.
We anticipate the start date for this position to be ASAP.
Qualifications for this role include a PhD/MD degree in Immunology, Biology, Biomedical Science, Transplant, or a closely related field. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who demonstrates creativity and independence in their thinking.
Our research team boasts a robust blend of clinical and research expertise, with well-established laboratory approaches and techniques for in vitro characterization and animal models of disease. Collaborators within our group hail from various divisions, including thoracic surgery, pulmonary medicine, rheumatology, and immunology.
Please note: Flexible work hours are important as some experiments require night time or weekend supervision— this scenario would be offset by appropriate time off.
Specific Responsibilities
Independently plan, perform, and analyze data from animal and cell culture experiments; Develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols; Develop and characterize novel biomaterials for therapeutic delivery. Work and communicate with internal and external research collaborators To supervise research residents, students, and laboratory technicians working on collaborative projects in the lab To help write and contribute to publications and grant proposals resulting from research done in the lab as well as present findings at national and international meetings
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
We seek highly motivated postdoctoral fellows with recent PhD or MD degree who are self-starters, good communicators and independent problem solvers. and animal model skills are required.
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to be highly motivated and organized, detail-oriented, and work independently. Candidates should have excellent command of the English language (spoken and written), and must be eligible to work in the US.
Preferred Qualifications
Immunology background or Mouse research experience
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in immunology and cell biology, particularly those with a focus on lung medicine.
Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html
to learn more.
Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html
to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html
to learn more
.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s
non-discrimination statement
. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View
additional information on the accommodations process
.
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Postdoctoral Scholar
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Northwestern University 1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Postdoctoral Scholar
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Northwestern University Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Job Summary
The Thoracic Surgery Division at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL, is actively seeking to fill a Postdoctoral Fellow position specializing in either the immunology of organ transplantation or lung diseases. Department:
MED-Thoracic Surgery
Salary/Grade:
RES/
Job Summary
The Thoracic Surgery Division at Northwestern University in Chicago, IL, is actively seeking to fill a Postdoctoral Fellow position specializing in either the immunology of organ transplantation or lung diseases.
Successful candidates will join a dynamic and multidisciplinary research team focusing on using contemporary research tools include single cell transcriptomics, proteomics, intravital imaging, and multichannel flow cytometry, all complemented by bioinformatics and computational biology techniques. Our primary focus is on uncovering the immunopathogenesis of allograft dysfunction and rejection, with a specific emphasis on identifying clinically relevant mechanisms in lung transplant utilizing animal models.
We anticipate the start date for this position to be ASAP.
Qualifications for this role include a PhD/MD degree in Immunology, Biology, Biomedical Science, Transplant, or a closely related field. We are looking for a highly motivated individual who demonstrates creativity and independence in their thinking.
Our research team boasts a robust blend of clinical and research expertise, with well-established laboratory approaches and techniques for in vitro characterization and animal models of disease. Collaborators within our group hail from various divisions, including thoracic surgery, pulmonary medicine, rheumatology, and immunology.
Please note: Flexible work hours are important as some experiments require night time or weekend supervision— this scenario would be offset by appropriate time off.
Specific Responsibilities
Independently plan, perform, and analyze data from animal and cell culture experiments; Develop, adapt, and implement new research techniques and protocols; Develop and characterize novel biomaterials for therapeutic delivery. Work and communicate with internal and external research collaborators To supervise research residents, students, and laboratory technicians working on collaborative projects in the lab To help write and contribute to publications and grant proposals resulting from research done in the lab as well as present findings at national and international meetings
Miscellaneous
Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
We seek highly motivated postdoctoral fellows with recent PhD or MD degree who are self-starters, good communicators and independent problem solvers. and animal model skills are required.
Minimum Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities.)
Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to be highly motivated and organized, detail-oriented, and work independently. Candidates should have excellent command of the English language (spoken and written), and must be eligible to work in the US.
Preferred Qualifications
Immunology background or Mouse research experience
Preferred Competencies: (Skills, knowledge, and abilities)
Preference will be given to candidates with expertise in immunology and cell biology, particularly those with a focus on lung medicine.
Benefits
At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html
to learn more.
Work-Life And Wellness
Northwestern offers comprehensive programs and services to help you and your family navigate life’s challenges and opportunities, and adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles.
We support flexible work arrangements where possible and programs to help you locate and pay for quality, affordable childcare and senior/adult care. Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/work-life/index.html
to learn more.
Professional Growth & Development
Northwestern supports employee career development in all circumstances whether your workspace is on campus or at home. If you’re interested in developing your professional potential or continuing your formal education, we offer a variety of tools and resources. Visit us at
https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/learning/index.html
to learn more
.
Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern’s
non-discrimination statement
. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View
additional information on the accommodations process
.
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