PostDoctoral Associate (Erica Davis Lab)

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.

Location

Simpson Querrey Biomedical Research Center

Job Description

Postdoctoral Associate opportunities are immediately available within the Advanced Center for Translational Genetic Medicine (ACT-GeM) within the Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute. The lab’s vision is to understand rare pediatric genetic disease through diversity, discovery and development. Our core values are collaboration, work ethic, mutual respect, scientific rigor, and innovation. Candidates will be considered for a training position that will involve leading interdisciplinary projects with readily available funding.

The ideal candidates will be accomplished, highly motivated, and creative scientists with interests in at least one of the three following areas:

1) understanding the architecture of human genetic disease;
2) investigating the mechanisms underlying disease processes; and
3) identification of novel therapeutic paradigms for inherited disorders.

Additionally, candidates will have the opportunity to investigate unique pediatric cohorts; use cell-based, zebrafish, or mouse models; and employ cutting-edge molecular and imaging technologies in a state-of-the-art facility.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• 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.

Additional Job Duties:

• Interact with research animals, which will include mouse or zebrafish manipulation, and analysis of data generated with such models
• Collaborate with senior staff to oversee the day-to-day management of multiple projects; perform experimental design, data analysis, and interpretation to determine the relevance of genetic findings to disease
• Interact with a team of trainees, technical staff, and faculty and train staff members on laboratory techniques, Standard Operating Procedures, and equipment-specific requirements
• Assist faculty, staff, and students in the development and execution of new research procedures and techniques, and administer and coordinate the technical activities and infrastructure related to scientific research projects
• Develop, compose, and revise Standard Operating Procedures as required
• Maintain liaison with investigators, collaborators, research personnel, and staff to ensure compliance with established practices, to implement new policies, and to keep employees abreast of current changes and standards
• Solve specific operating problems and improve technical activities, advise on technical procedures, techniques, and equipment, and maintain conformance with specific operational standards
• Perform other duties as assigned, including assistance with reports, manuscripts, and grant proposals

Education

PhD: Biology

Pay Range

$46,280.00-$75,670.40 Salary

At Lurie Children’s, we are committed to competitive and fair compensation aligned with market rates and internal equity, reflecting individual contributions, experience, and expertise. The pay range for this job indicates minimum and maximum targets for the position. Ranges are regularly reviewed to stay aligned with market conditions. In addition to base salary, Lurie Children’s offer a comprehensive rewards package that may include differentials for some hourly employees, leadership incentives for select roles, health and retirement benefits, and wellbeing programs. For more details on other compensation, consult your recruiter or click the following

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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 building a team with a variety of backgrounds, skills, and viewpoints — recognizing that different life experiences strengthen our workplace and the care we provide to the Chicago community and beyond. We treat everyone fairly, appreciate differences, and make meaningful connections that foster belonging. 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. 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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