Post Doctoral Research Scholar Oakes Lab

Post Doctoral Research Scholar Beach Oakes Lab

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Job Title
- Post-Doctoral Research

Position Number - 8151046

Work Modality
- Fully In-Person

Job Category
- University Staff

Job Type
- Full-Time

FLSA Status
- Exempt

Campus
- Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name - PHYSIOLOGY

Location Code - PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? - Yes

Drs. Jordan Beach and Patrick Oakes, Associate Professors in the Department of Cell & Molecular Physiology at Loyola University Chicago, are seeking a Post Doctoral Research Scholar to work on several recently funded projects. This Position will provide the opportunity for the Post Doctoral Research Scholar to develop and pursue independent projects during their training. The Beach and Oakes labs broadly investigate how cells generate and interpret mechanical signals using cell culture models and quantitative microscopy.

Candidates must have recently obtained (or will obtain before starting) a PhD from a biomedical research background. Experience in one or more areas of microscopy, tissue culture, biochemistry, physiology, or biophysics. Enthusiasm and commitment to pursue novel research areas and develop new techniques and approaches. Team player with an interest in learning to mentor and train other Lab members. Ability to think independently and the initiative to follow new ideas.

Motivation to pursue career development opportunities (e.g. applying for Fellowships and Awards, promoting your research, networking, etc.). Strong verbal and written Communication Skills.

The Department of Cell and Molecular Physiology is an open, collaborative, and stimulating research environment with broad expertise including cardiac, cellular biophysics, imaging, aging, and proteomics. PI commitment to mentoring and career development opportunities tailored to allow the postdoctoral fellow to transition into their desired career path. Flexible Start Date. Regular opportunities to interact with collaborators at several Chicago Research Universities, and attendance at local and national Scientific Society meetings.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience - M.D. or PhD Required

Qualifications - M.D. or PhD Required

Computer Skills
- General office suite and willingness to learn lab specific programs

Required operation of university owned vehicles
- No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? - Yes

Physical Demands
- None

Working Conditions
- None

Open Date - 08/28/2026

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate - $77,076/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate - $63,480/ann

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact.

With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes—including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences—Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from Ameri Corps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement.

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