Research Associate (Post-doctoral Fellow), Department of Gastroenterology

Position Details

Position Details

Job Title
Research Associate (Post-doctoral Fellow), Department of Gastroenterology

Position Title
Research Associate (Post-doctoral Fellow) Department of Gastroenterology

Position Number

Job Category
University Faculty

Job Type
Full-Time

FLSA Status
Exempt

Campus
Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Location Code
GASTROENTEROLOGY (06506A)

Department Name
GASTROENTEROLOGY

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?

Duties and Responsibilities

The laboratory of Gail Hecht, MD is seeking a Post-doctoral fellow for work in studying host-pathogen interactions with an emphasis on enteropathogenic E. coli ( EPEC ) and the clinical relevance of atypical EPEC in causing disease. The research will also entail studies regarding the structural biology of intestinal epithelial cells with specific emphasis on actin and its binding partners. The applicant must have a Post-doctoral degree in science in a topic related to cell biology and microbiology or a similar field. The applicant must have experience with techniques related to cell culture, western blot, PCR, confocal microscopy, tissue immunohistochemistry for light and electron microscopy, and animal handling. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and statistical analysis is a must as well as familiarity with image processing programs such as ImageJ or Adobe Photoshop. It is preferred that the candidate have experience preparing and executing both oral and poster presentations for national conferences as well as experience in manuscript preparation and submission.

Qualifications

Physical Demands

Working Conditions

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

A PhD in a biological sciences area is required.

Open Date
08/09/2019

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Quick Link for Posting
https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/11909

Job Number
8550412

Organizational Location
HEALTH SCIENCES CAMPUS

Posting Details

Posting Detail

Number of Vacancies

Desired Start Date

Position End Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Research Statement
4. Scholarly Publications

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Statement
2. Writing Sample
3. Teaching Evaluations
4. Other Document
5. Unofficial Transcripts
6. Multi Media
7. Resume

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