Position Highlights:

• Position: Post-Doc Research Fellow (Surgery)
• Location: Evanston Hospital 
• Full Time
• Hours: Monday-Friday, standard business hours, onsite

A Brief Overview:
We are currently seeking a postdoctoral Fellow for the Surgery Research at Endeavor Health in Evanston, IL— an educational affiliate of the University of Chicago. The Postdoctoral Fellow in Advanced Robotic Pancreas Surgery will engage in cutting-edge research focused on minimally invasive surgical techniques, outcomes, and innovations in GI surgery. This position offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to contribute to high-impact research, develop surgical skills, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, researchers, and healthcare professionals. 

What you will do:

• Conduct research in advanced robotic pancreas surgery, including protocol development, data collection, analysis, and interpretation.
• Collaborate with the Principal Investigator and surgical team to design and execute research projects aimed at improving surgical outcomes and patient care.
• Assist in the development and refinement of new surgical techniques and technologies.
• Prepare and submit manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations for scientific conferences and peer-reviewed journals.
• Participate in weekly lab meetings, departmental seminars, and other academic activities
• Maintain detailed and organized records of research activities, ensuring compliance with institutional and regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to grant writing and fundraising efforts to support ongoing and future research projects.
• Engage in continuing education and professional development activities to stay current with advancements in the field.

What you will need:

• Doctoral degree (M.D., including those conferred outside of U.S.) in medical field required
• Strong background in GI surgery, minimally invasive surgical techniques, or related research areas.
• Experience with clinical research, including study design, data management, and statistical analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals – Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) – all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.  

When you work for Endeavor Health, you will be part of an organization that encourages its employees to achieve career goals and maximize their professional potential.

Please explore our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to better understand how Endeavor Health delivers on its mission to “help everyone in our communities be their best”. 

Endeavor Health is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. Please refer to the main career page for more information. Diversity, equity and inclusion is at the core of who we are; being there for our patients and each other with compassion, respect and empathy. We believe that our strength resides in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

EOE: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.