Postdoctoral Research Associate - Jin Lab
Hiring Department: Physiology and Biophysics
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1023441
Posting Close Date: 4/18/2024
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:
A postdoctoral position is available in the laboratory of Dr. JP Jin in the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Research in the lab focuses on protein structure-function relationships and protein and peptide engineering for biomedical applications. A broad range of experiments and methodology area applied. The recruit will have the opportunity to lead a project focusing on malaria vaccine development with a unique potential to develop a productive career.
Duties & Responsibilities
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must have a PhD/Doctorate Degree in chemistry or biochemistry or a related field.
- Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated expertise in malaria and vaccine research.
The candidates should have a Ph.D. degree in chemistry or biochemistry or a related field. Candidates with the following qualifications are encouraged to apply: 1) strong self-motivation, 2) strong record of first author previous publications, 3) ability to plan, organize and meet deadlines, 4) good communication skills (writing and oral) and ability to collaborate with others, 5) immunological methods experiences, and 6) animal and cell models of malaria immunization and protection.
To apply, please send your cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to [email protected] before April 18th, 2024
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