Faculty Scientists - Digestive Diseases Translational Program

Faculty Scientists – Digestive Diseases Translational Program

Salary Range: Assistant Professor: $110,000 - $139,000 per year; Associate Professor: $123,300 - $260,469 per year; Professor: $260,459 - $342,284 per year

The University of Chicago's Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition, is searching for faculty scientists at any rank, within the School of Medicine track, who will lead research contributing to the development of a translational program for digestive diseases. Appointees will develop a platform that complements and extends beyond the existing translational core. These positions will require coordinating the collection and processing of human biospecimens (biopsies, blood, stool, and isolated cells from blood and tissue biopsies). In addition, appointees will perform comprehensive immune profiling using techniques such as flow cytometry and single-cell RNA sequencing on human samples. Candidates will also guide other investigators in translational study design and facilitate recruitment as well as biospecimen collection for these studies. Other duties will include teaching, supervision of trainees and students, and relevant additional scholarly activity. Academic rank and compensation are dependent upon qualifications. These positions are benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook .

Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a doctoral degree or equivalent.

We especially welcome applicants with experience in immunology and techniques of flow cytometry and single-cell RNA sequencing.

To be considered, those interested must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: . Applicants must upload a CV including bibliography, cover letter, and research statement. Review of applications will continue until the positions are filled.

For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit .

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