Biology, Post-Doctoral Fellow Chen Lab

Position Details

• Job Title:
  
  Post-Doctoral Research
• Position Number: 8102014
• Job Category:
  University Staff
• Job Type: Full-Time
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt
• Campus:
  Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
• Department Name: BIOLOGY
• Location Code: BIOLOGY (02112A)
• Is this split and/or fully grant funded?:
  Yes

The postdoc will work with Dr. Chen to investigate the cytoprotective response pathways in oligodendrocytes in vitro, in a variety of genetic mouse models as well as in mouse models of demyelination. The candidate will be involved in several different aspects of the project, including collecting and analyzing data, writing manuscripts, giving presentations, and mentoring students. Experimental techniques will include behavioral assessment of mouse models, brain and spinal cord dissection, immunohistochemistry, immunoblotting, EM processing, confocal, TEM imaging, and other biochemical and molecular approaches.

In addition to lab work, the postdoc will teach one or two courses in the Department of Biology.

PhD required in related field.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in neurobiology or a related field. A background in working with mice is required.

No

No

Yes

Repetitive Motions

Animals

03/21/2024

$70,000/ann

$56,484/ann

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