Research Associate (Dr. Qun Sophia Zang’s Lab)

Position Details

Job Title Research Associate (Dr. Qun Sophia Zang’s Lab) Position Title Research Associate (Dr. Qun Sophia Zang’s Lab) Position Number Job Category University Faculty Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus Location Code BURN SHOCK TRAUMA INSTITUTE (06320A) Department Name SURGERY Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Duties and Responsibilities

A postdoc position is available in Dr. Zang’s lab at the Burn and Shock Trauma Research Institute in the Stritch School of Medicine at Loyola University Chicago. The research area of the laboratory is focused on mitochondrial signaling in cardiac dysfunction and cardiac autophagy in sepsis using both in vitro and in vivo models. The prospective candidate will have opportunities to work within a highly interactive, multidiscipline team to do translational research. A qualified candidate must hold a doctorate degree with a major in biology or the area of biomedical sciences. A combination of skills in cell culture, animal disease models, imaging, western blot, immunoprecipitation, ELISA, DNA / RNA preparation, PCR, and real time PCR is required. Previous experience/knowledge in animal experiments is very much preferred, and experience in the research of cardiology and mitochondrial physiology is a plus. In addition, capabilities to efficiently collect/organize/analyze data and to initiate new/modified procedures/techniques based upon latest developments are expected. Preferences will be given to candidates who are good at tasks and time management and strong communication skills. Please send your application with three references to Dr. Qun Sophia Zang qzang@luc.edu.

Qualifications

A qualified candidate must hold a doctorate degree with a major in biology or the area of biomedical sciences. A combination of skills in cell culture, animal disease models, imaging, western blot, immunoprecipitation, ELISA, DNA / RNA preparation, PCR, and real time PCR is required. Previous experience/knowledge in animal experiments is very much preferred, and experience in the research of cardiology and mitochondrial physiology is a plus. In addition, capabilities to efficiently collect/organize/analyze data and to initiate new/modified procedures/techniques based upon latest developments are expected. Preferences will be given to candidates who are good at tasks and time management and strong communication skills.

Physical Demands Working Conditions Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

A qualified candidate must hold a doctorate degree with a major in biology or the area of biomedical sciences. A combination of skills in cell culture, animal disease models, imaging, western blot, immunoprecipitation, ELISA, DNA / RNA preparation, PCR, and real time PCR is required. Previous experience/knowledge in animal experiments is very much preferred, and experience in the research of cardiology and mitochondrial physiology is a plus. In addition, capabilities to efficiently collect/organize/analyze data and to initiate new/modified procedures/techniques based upon latest developments are expected. Preferences will be given to candidates who are good at tasks and time management and strong communication skills.

Open Date 06/05/2020 Close Date Special Instructions to Applicants

Please send your application with three references to Dr. Qun Sophia Zang qzang@luc.edu.

Quick Link for Posting https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/13938 Job Number 8550448 Organizational Location HEALTH SCIENCES CAMPUS
Posting Details

Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Position End Date Open Until Filled Yes Applicant Documents
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1. Curriculum Vitae

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. Teaching Statement
3. Research Statement
4. Writing Sample
5. Scholarly Publications
6. Teaching Evaluations
7. Other Document
8. Unofficial Transcripts
9. Multi Media
10. Resume

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