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.

Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center

We are seeking a highly motivated postdoctoral fellow to work on projects related to genetic molecular diagnostics, cancer predisposition, in vitro and in-vivo (PDOX) drug testing, and discovery of biomarkers (genetic and metabolic) in pediatric brain tumors. The candidate will be responsible for performing experiments and collection and analysis of data from drug testing on in-vitro tumor cells and a PDOX mouse model as well as maintenance of a genetic-modified mouse colony including breeding, genotyping, and collection of appropriate samples and data for experiments. The candidate will also help perform optical genome mapping in the laboratory and help with generation and analysis of the data. Additionally, the candidate will participate in the management and operation of the lab.

Preferred Experience:

• Ideal candidates will have experience in in-vitro drug screening, brain tumor PDOX generation and mouse gavage/drug treatment, and brain/nerve dissection.

• Experience in genetics and genomic data analysis and bioinformatics is preferred but not required.

• Successful candidates should have demonstrated experience in laboratory methods: agarose gel electrophoresis, PCR analysis, DNA purification, western blotting, etc.

K.S.A.'s:

• Ph. D. or MD in Medical or Biological Science Program.

• Knowledge in Computer programs, word, excel and power point 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. 

Job Duties:

• Provide researchers as requested with technical assistance. 

• Performs job functions adhering to principals of innovation, academic excellence and teamwork to provide the highest quality research effort to our Institution, co-workers and others.

• Genetic studies, molecular biology Redcap/ Imaging software, gene chip arrays and others.

• Analyzing data.

• Preparing 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.

Education

PhD: Biology

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 insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Employer contribution toward Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave

403(b) with a 5% employer match

Various voluntary benefits:

• Supplemental Life, AD&D and Disability

• Critical Illness, Accident and Hospital Indemnity coverage

• Tuition assistance

• Student loan servicing and support

• Adoption benefits

• Backup Childcare and Eldercare

• Employee Assistance Program, and other specialized behavioral health services and resources for employees and family members

• Discount on services at Lurie Children’s facilities

• Discount purchasing program

There’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.

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