Postdoctoral Research AssociateHuang LabOral Biology

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Dec 18, 2024
Postdoctoral Research AssociateHuang LabOral Biology Postdoctoral Research Associate_Huang Lab_Oral Biology Hiring Department: Oral Biology Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1028588 Posting Close Date: 1/31/2025 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $50,000 to $56,000 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 over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits. The Position: Department of Oral Biology at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry is seeking a highly motivated full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate who will conduct research activities under the supervision of the Principal Investigators, Dr. Chun-Chieh Huang, and Miya Kang. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will focus on research and scientific techniques within the fields of wound healing and exosome-mediated tissue regeneration using experimental animal models as well as isolated and cultured primary cells. Duties and Responsibilities: Collaborate with Principal Investigator, other lab researchers to design research objectives. Testing, optimizing and implementing both new and existing methods/techniques Developing comprehensive laboratory protocols while maintaining accurate records of the work performed Generating data, compiling figures and drafting documents for grant applications and peer-reviewed manuscripts Able to supervise and train others in specialized tasks Maintain lab notebook Present research findings at national/scientific conferences Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications:: PhD in sciences, engineering or other related health science fields. Applicants must be within the first 3 years of receiving their PhD/Doctorate degree to be eligible for this position. Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods Basic understanding of molecular biology Proficient in lab research techniques (cell culture of primary cells, western blot, DNA and RNA purification, PCR, RT-PCR, immunohistochemical analysis) Preferred Qualifications: Have experience in handling rodents and isolating primary cells Proficiency in using fluorescent microscopy Experience with cloning and gene-editing techniques 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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