Researcher in Neurology
University of Chicago
United States

Institution: University of Chicago, Department of Neurological Surgery, Section of Neurovascular Surgery
Position Type: Research Appointee, Any Rank (Postdoctoral/Research Scientist)
Location: Hyde Park Campus, Chicago, IL
Application Review: Rolling until position is filled


Position Overview

The Department seeks a research appointee to conduct academic research in collaboration with faculty or research teams. The focus of research includes:

  • Imaging cerebral cavernous malformations

  • Identifying plasma biomarkers related to biologic activity

  • Applying this knowledge to diagnose cerebral microbleeds in the aging brain

Responsibilities include:

  • Conducting research experiments and data analysis

  • Assisting with ongoing grant applications and applying for independent funding opportunities

  • Managing collaborative research with internal and external labs


Required Qualifications

  • Doctoral degree (Ph.D., M.D./Ph.D., or equivalent) in neuroscience, vascular biology, biomarker science, or related discipline

  • Completion of postdoctoral training

  • Strong research background in MRI quantitative data postprocessing, computational biology, and statistical approaches to biomarker research


Preferred/Desirable Skills

  • Experience with mouse models of disease

  • Expertise in histopathology

  • Knowledge of spatial transcriptomics


Application Materials

Applicants must submit via Interfolio:

  1. Cover Letter

  2. Curriculum Vitae (including bibliography)

  3. Research Statement

Application Link: Interfolio Application Portal
Interfolio Support: Help with Interfolio | help@interfolio.com | (877) 997-8807


Additional Information

  • Academic rank and compensation are dependent on qualifications

  • Position is benefits eligible (see University of Chicago Benefits Guide)

  • Opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration across Biological Sciences Division, UChicago Medicine, and other academic units


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