Research Scientist - Ocular Virology Lab

Research Scientist – Ocular Virology Lab

Location:

Chicago, IL, United States

This Research Scientist will conduct research in molecular virology, cell biology, and drug discovery. The individual will develop and perform experiments, create research protocols, and apply scientific methods to support research projects in the Ocular Virology Lab.

• Design experiments related to neurovirology research using tissue cultured cells, organoids and animal models
• Perform behavioral assays in animal models to understand the effects of herpes infection on the brain.
• Perform molecular and cellular experiments to understand molecular and genetic mechanisms driving herpes infection using cell culture, molecular biology and cell-based assays.
• Engage in laboratory research, analyze data and information, evaluate and report findings to senior research faculty and research staff.
• Oversee and mentor postdoctoral fellows and doctoral and medical student trainees; participate in the oversight of laboratory activities.
• Write grant applications for extramural funding; prepare and submit research reports describing findings.
• Author publications in peer-reviewed journals, make presentations of papers to professional societies and develop new designs or techniques that are of material significance in the solution of important applied programs.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

• Ph.D. Degree in pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, or related field required.
• A minimum of five (5) years of postdoctoral research experience is required.

No additional preferred qualifications listed.

This position is eligible for benefits:
Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.