Researcher in Neurology

Institution: University of Chicago, Department of Neurological Surgery, Section of Neurovascular Surgery
Position Type: Research Appointee, Any Rank (Postdoctoral/Research Scientist)
Location: Hyde Park Campus, Chicago, IL
Application Review: Rolling until position is filled

Position Overview

The Department seeks a research appointee to conduct academic research in collaboration with faculty or research teams. The focus of research includes:

• Imaging cerebral cavernous malformations

• Identifying plasma biomarkers related to biologic activity

• Applying this knowledge to diagnose cerebral microbleeds in the aging brain

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting research experiments and data analysis

• Assisting with ongoing grant applications and applying for independent funding opportunities

• Managing collaborative research with internal and external labs

Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent) in neuroscience, vascular biology, biomarker science, or related discipline

• Completion of postdoctoral training

• Strong research background in MRI quantitative data postprocessing, computational biology, and statistical approaches to biomarker research

Preferred/Desirable Skills

• Experience with mouse models of disease

• Expertise in histopathology

• Knowledge of spatial transcriptomics

Application Materials

Applicants must submit via Interfolio:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae (including bibliography)

3. Research Statement

Application Link: Interfolio Application Portal
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Additional Information

• Academic rank and compensation are dependent on qualifications

• Position is benefits eligible (see University of Chicago Benefits Guide)

• Opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration across Biological Sciences Division, UChicago Medicine, and other academic units

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