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Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago

Post Doctoral Associate-2

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290


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.Location

Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research CenterJob Description

The Post-Doctoral Research Associate is assigned to the Division of Critical Care in the Department of Pediatrics at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital and Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine. Research will be conducted in the area of vascular biology. Candidates will study the pathophysiology of lung and vascular diseases with genetically modified mouse models and state-of-the-art technologies established in the lab such as genetic lineage tracing, genetic depletion, single cell RNAseq analysis, and nanoparticle-mediated gene modifications such as in vivo CRISPR knockout. Candidates will plan and carry out daily experiments, analyze data, keep careful records, and write manuscripts. Excellent skill in bioinformatic analysis or medicinal chemistry is a plus.Job Duties:Provide researchers as requested with technical assistance.Perform job functions adhering to principles of innovation, academic excellence, and teamwork to provide the highest quality research effort to our institution, co-workers, and others.Conduct genetic studies, molecular biology, Redcap/Imaging software, gene chip arrays, and others.Analyze data.Prepare data for presentations, grants, and publications.Help write grant proposals and progress reports related to research projects.Participate in regular lab meetings, journal clubs, and research seminars.Other job functions as assigned.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:Ph.D. or MD in Medical or Biological Science Program.Knowledge in computer programs, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint presentations.Excellent writing and communication skills.Organizational skills: Ability to establish priorities and react promptly to a large variety of requests and needs, sometimes in stressful situations.Education

PhD (Required)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 insuranceEmployer-paid group term life and disabilityEmployer contribution toward Health Savings AccountFlexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays, and Paid Parental Leave403(b) with a 5% employer matchVarious voluntary benefits:Supplemental Life, AD&D, and DisabilityCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity coverageTuition assistanceStudent loan servicing and supportAdoption benefitsBackup Childcare and EldercareEmployee Assistance Program and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family membersDiscount on services at Lurie Children's facilitiesDiscount purchasing programThere'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 affiliates are 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, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Support email:

candidatesupport@luriechildrens.org

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