Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Details
Posted:
April 13, 2018
Location:
North Chicago, Illinois
Salary:
Employment Type:
Full-time
Organization Type:
Higher Education Institution
Required Education:
Doctorate/Professional
Job Description Summary The Department of Microbiology & Immunology in the Chicago Medical School at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science invites applications for a full-time Postdoctoral Research Associate position in the Laboratory for Dr. Fabio Re. The University encourages applications from individuals belonging to groups underrepresented in their field and those that can add new and valuable perspectives to the academic environment. The Postdoctoral Research Associate will study the role of Toll-like receptors and Nod-like receptors during vaccination, and bacterial infections. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status or status as an individual with disability. All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, a national leader in Interprofessional medical and healthcare education, is a graduate-level health sciences university situated on an attractive 85-acre campus in North Chicago, Illinois, approximately 40 miles north of the city of Chicago and 50 miles south of Milwaukee. As such, the University benefits from active collaborations with local hospitals, as well as academic institutions in both cities. The campus is shared with the North Chicago VA Medical Center and the Great Lakes Naval Training Center, both of which provide the University with potential research and clinical training resources. Rosalind Franklin University is comprised of five Schools: the Chicago Medical School, College of Health Professions, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, the College of Pharmacy and the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Rosalind Franklin University enrolls approximately 2,000 students per academic year, and is supported by 850 full and part-time faculty and 338 staff members. Founded in 1912, Rosalind Franklin University has educated more than 16,000 medical and advanced health sciences degree graduates in the United States and worldwide. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. The mission of Rosalind Franklin University is to serve the nation through the education of health professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving the health of its people. Life in Discovery. Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities • As part of a group of scholars studying innate immunity, conduct independent research projects which contribute to the group’s studies. • Unsupervised planning, execution, data collection, analyses and preparation of manuscripts are expected. • Conduct the following specific research projects independently: Vaccinate mice, collect and analyze biological samples. Infect mice with different bacteria, collect and analyze biological samples. Efficient management of mouse colony. Analyze immune cell populations using multicolor flow cytometry. Perform molecular biology assays including preparation DNA, RNA, cloning, real-time-PCR, expression and purification of recombinant proteins, plasmids, Western blots, ELISA, immunofluorescence microscopy. • Carry out experiments in cell and molecular biology, maintain mammalian and bacterial cell cultures. • Perform other related job duties as assigned or delegated.
Required Education & Experience • Recent Ph.D. degree in immunology or microbiology. • Two to four years of laboratory bench experience in mouse immunology, bacterial infection, host-pathogen interaction. •Must achieve a background check clearance.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities • Excellent organizational skills. • Knowledge about computer applications such as Word, Excel and Power Point. • Good English reading, writing and verbal communication skills. • Ability to collect and analyze data. • Ability to work independently and as a team. • Demonstrated project management skills, including ability to set priorities and excellent time management skills. • Ability to work productively with diverse populations; show respect and sensitivity for cultural differences.
Internal Number: 20111124
About Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, a national leader in Interprofessional medical and healthcare education, is a graduate-level health sciences university situated on an attractive 85-acre campus in North Chicago, Illinois, approximately 40 miles north of the city of Chicago and 50 miles south of Milwaukee. As such, the University benefits from active collaborations with local hospitals, as well as academic institutions in both cities. The campus is shared with the North Chicago VA Medical Center and the Great Lakes Naval Training Center, both of which provide the University with potential research and clinical training resources. Rosalind Franklin University is comprised of five Schools: the Chicago Medical School, College of Health Professions, Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, the College of Pharmacy and the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. Rosalind Franklin University enrolls approximately 2,000 students per academic year, and is supported by 1650 full and part-time faculty and 415 staff members. Founded in 1912, Rosalind Franklin University has educated more than 17,000 medical and advanced health sciences degree graduates i...n the United States and worldwide. Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. To serve the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving the wellness of its people. Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities
