Post Doctoral Fellow
About The Position
The Research Technologist / Postdoctoral Fellow will perform laboratory research in the Coates Laboratory within the Stanley Manne Children’s Research Institute at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago and the Department of Pediatrics at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. The Coates Laboratory investigates mechanisms of lung injury and repair following severe pediatric viral respiratory infections, with a particular emphasis on influenza A virus and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). Our work integrates immunology, epithelial biology, and lung development to understand how antiviral responses shape acute disease severity and long-term pulmonary outcomes. As a basic and translational research program, the Coates Laboratory utilizes a multidisciplinary experimental framework integrating in vivo models of viral lung infection, primary lung epithelial culture systems (including alveolospheres and air–liquid interface models), and analyses of human specimens. Experimental approaches include high-dimensional flow cytometry, advanced imaging, bulk and single-cell transcriptomics, spatial transcriptomics, and complementary molecular and biochemical techniques. The successful candidate will engage in clinically relevant, hypothesis-driven studies to define how host responses to viral infection regulate epithelial regeneration, inflammatory programs, and long-term alterations in lung structure and function. This position is ideally suited for individuals seeking rigorous training in translational pulmonary biology, viral immunopathogenesis, and mechanisms of tissue repair, and will provide strong preparation for advanced scientific or physician–scientist career paths.
Requirements
- Ph.D. or MD (or equivalent) in a basic or health science.
- Experience with statistical analysis and proven publication track record.
- 0-5 years relevant experience in a research environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Ability to work in a highly collaborative and fast-paced environment.
- Ability to successfully interact with diverse stakeholders including clinicians, basic scientists, and translational researchers.
- Ability to multi-task and manage multiple ongoing projects simultaneously.
- Ability to work independently and as a part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Design and implement research projects, obtain necessary ethics approvals, and create all standard operating procedures necessary for each project.
- Collect, prepare, and analyze research data with minimal supervision. Keep detailed records and manuals on data definitions and analysis methods.
- Tabulate and display data for presentation in research conferences and for manuscript preparation. Use graphics and statistical software to analyze and present data with minimal supervision.
- Search pertinent scientific literature and draft/edit manuscripts, abstracts, and presentations required.
- Assist in grant writing.
- Present data in written and oral form at local and national meetings.
- Other job functions as assigned.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
