Oncology

University of Illinois Chicago•Chicago, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology-Oncology at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a faculty member at or above the rank of Research Assistant Professor, rank is commensurate with experience. This work will entail collaborating with the principal investigator to plan and execute complex research in large scale collaborative research projects in sickle cell disease-related acute and chronic organ disease using in vivo transgenic sickle mouse models. This position will also require the ability to prepare manuscripts and abstracts for peer review journals and national scientific conferences, publish research findings in scientific peer-reviewed journals, and providing reports to extramural agencies/sponsors.

Requirements

PhD in Biology or related disciplines with more than 5 years of post-graduate research experience, preferably in an academic setting.
At least 5 years of animal experience in murine models, particularly in transgenic sickle mice, with expertise in maintaining and performing experiments in animal models.
Strong record of research productivity with multiple first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals.
Experience in translational research, preferably in the hematology, vascular biology, and nephrology field.
Expertise in molecular biology, proteomics, cell biology, histopathology and immunology techniques, and data analysis.
Experience in managing a research team.
Experience in training and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students, research staff, and post-doctoral fellows.
Experience in grant writing, peer-review of scientific articles, and editorial tasks.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of an impactful research program in sickle cell disease.
Direct a productive research laboratory.
Monitor and treatment of transgenic sickle mice, including drug treatment, phlebotomy, urine collection, and sacrifice with tissue harvesting.
Manage interdisciplinary research projects at the intersection of vascular, kidney, and red blood cell health.
Establish, maintain, and perform experiments in cell culture, other relevant animal models, and patient bio-samples.
Teach, train, and mentor students, research staff, and post-doctoral fellows in both their research and career development.
Write grant proposals to obtain extramural funding to sustain the research program.
Publish research results in high-quality research articles in leading scientific journals.
Present research results at academic conferences nationally.
Create and maintain collaboration with scientists at this university and other institutions to advance the research program.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Engage in scholarly activities, including peer-review of scientific articles and membership of editorial board.
Meet all compliance and reporting requirements.
Work collegially with staff, students, trainees in the Department, Division, and the University.