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    Postdoctoral Research Associates - Chicago, United States - University of Illinois

    University of Illinois
    University of Illinois Chicago, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Description
    Postdoctoral Research Associates -Virology and Antiviral Development

    Hiring Department: Microbiology and Immunology

    Location: Chicago, IL USA

    Requisition ID:

    Posting Close Date:

    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 nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

    Description:

    Position Summary
    The laboratory of Dr. Lijun Rong in the Department of Microbiology and Immunology in the College of Medicine at University of Illinois Chicago is looking for motivated post-doctoral candidates to study virus-host interactions. We currently have NIH-funded projects to study mechanisms of viral entry and replication of emerging viruses including SARS-CoV-2, filoviruses (Ebola virus and Marburg virus), influenza viruses, and henipaviruses, and to develop small molecule therapeutics against these viruses.
    The candidates will incorporate these projects, and advance new projects in the broader area of the laboratory's interest. Here is the lab link:

    Duties & Responsibilities
  • Work with Principal Investigator to design and develop research projects.
  • Conduct independent research experiments, including data collection and analysis.
  • Test, optimize, and troubleshoot new and existing methods and techniques.
  • Prepare scientific results for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
  • Communicate results at internal and external scientific conferences.
  • Assist in the training of graduate students and research staff
    • Qualifications:

    Qualifications

    • PhD degree in molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, or a related field.

    • At least one first authored, peer-reviewed, publication.

    • Knowledge of basic experimental design and statistics.

    • Desirable: strong background in microbiology, molecular biology, and biochemistry. Research experience in high-throughput screening (HTS) is a plus

    To Apply
    Applicants should email a single pdffile containing a cover letter with brief description of researchexperience and future interests, curriculum vitae, and list of threereferences. Send the application materials to Dr. Lijun Rong by email:

    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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