Post Doctoral Research Scholar Oakes Lab

• Job Title:
  
  Post-Doctoral Research
• Position Number: 8151046
• Work Modality:
  Fully In-Person
• Campus:
  Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
• Department: PHYSIOLOGY
• Location Code: PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)
• Is grant funded:
  Yes
• Job Type: Full-Time
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Position Maximum Salary: $77,076/ann
• Position Minimum Salary: $63,480/ann
• Open Date: 10/07/2026
• Direct Animal or Patient Contact:
  Yes

Dr. Oakes, Associate Professor in the Department of Cell & Molecular Physiology at Loyola University Chicago, is 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 Oakes lab broadly investigates 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.

• M.D. or PhD Required

• M.D. or PhD Required

N/A

General office suite and willingness to learn lab specific programs

No

No

Yes

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