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Job Title Post-Doctoral Research Position Number 8150667 Job Category University Staff Job Type Full-Time FLSA Status Exempt Campus Maywood-Health Sciences Campus Department Name DEPARTMENT OF CANCER BIOLOGY Location Code Dept of Cancer Biology (06311A) Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes Duties and Responsibilities A Postdoctoral Research Scholar position is available in Prof. Ali Vaziri-Gohar’s Lab at the Department of Cancer Biology, Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center, Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine. We are seeking a motivated postdoctoral research scholar to conduct original research using human cell lines and mice to study how altered metabolism supports cancer growth. We are a highly interactive team using integrated molecular/cell biology, and metabolic profiling, and in vivo approaches to advance targeted cancer therapy. A successful candidate should have a Ph.D. in a discipline related to the molecular and cellular cancer research. Applicants should have strong skills in molecular and cell biology, excellent communication skills, both orally and written, and a solid publication record. Experience with animal handling is preferred but not required. Salary is commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Please email your CV to: avaziri1@luc.edu. Minimum Education and/or Work Experience M.D. or PhD Required Qualifications Ph.D. in cell or molecular biology, or other discipline related to the molecular biosciences. Certificates/Credentials/Licenses Ph.D. in cell or molecular biology, or other discipline related to the molecular biosciences. Computer Skills Good computer skills required. Candidate should be able to navigate Microsoft Office Suite and Outlook Email. Supervisory Responsibilities No Required operation of university owned vehicles No Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? Yes Physical Demands Standing, Repetitive Motions Working Conditions Odors, Animals, Irregular Hours Open Date 03/11/2024 Close Date Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $70,000/ann Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $56,484/ann Special Instructions to Applicants About Loyola University Chicago Loyola University Chicago is a private Jesuit University founded in 1870 by the Society of Jesus. One of the largest Catholic Universities in the United States, Loyola’s professional schools include programs in medicine, nursing, and health sciences anchored by the Loyola University Medical Center, and the Loyola University Chicago School of Law. Comprised of thirteen colleges and schools, Loyola University Chicago offers more than 80 undergraduate and 140 graduate/professional programs while enrolling approximately 17,000 students. In addition to offering a world class educational experience, Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. Our benefits are centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We offer medical, dental, vision, 403(b), HSA, FSAs, tuition benefit, pre-tax transit benefits, EAP, and more. To view our benefits in detail, click here.

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