Postdoctoral Associate (Sharma Lab)

Lurie Children's Hospital • Chicago, IL

3d • $46,280 - $75,670 • Onsite

About The Position

The Sharma Research Group (Northwestern University/Lurie Children’s Hospital) is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to develop regenerative engineering strategies for cardiovascular, gastrointestinal and urological disease states. The ideal candidate must hold a doctorate degree with a major in Bioengineering/Biomedical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, or a related area prior to joining. This position is a one-year term-limited position funded by a grant with the expectation of renewal beyond the initial appointment period with satisfactory performance. This position is available immediately; however, the start date is flexible. Inclusion and cultural sensitivity are valued competencies specifically with regards to team chemistry. We are in search of a team member who can effectively interact with a varied population of diverse audiences, who shares our values and who will support the mission of the University through their work. The applicant will have at least 0-3 years of experience with the required skillset described below.

Requirements

• The ability to culture cells, fabricate human organoids containing multiple cell types, and experience with organoid characterization techniques (cell viability, metabolic assays, RNA-seq, post-translational modification characterizations, and confocal imaging with quantification).
• Expertise with deriving, isolating, culturing, and evaluating novel pluripotent and multipotent stem and progenitor cells derived from a diverse group of tissues.
• Expertise with regards to quantitative morphometry derived from IHC/IF tissue staining.
• Nanomolecule design, synthesis, characterization (WAXS, SAXS, CD, HPLC, LC-MS/MS; in vitro and in vivo assessments) as demonstrated by lab publications.
• Small molecule identification via library screens; subsequent in vitro and in vivo testing directly relevant for the promotion of tissue regeneration and inflammation modulation
• Expertise with: 1) polymeric biomaterial fabrication and characterization (mechanical testing, IR, NMR) with in vivo applications, 2) 3D programming/printing ability with in vivo applications, 3) small and large animal handling, surgery, and maintenance.
• Strong statistical/data analysis background and expertise with statistical analyses software (R, Python, MATLAB, SAS) agent-based modeling, and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) modeling a plus as well as any machine learning skills.
• Familiarity with soft, conformal bioelectronics.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• agent-based modeling, and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) modeling a plus as well as any machine learning skills.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree