Research Assistant Professor - Kinesiology and Nutrition

Research Assistant Professor

Department of Kinesiology & Nutrition
University of Illinois Chicago (UIC)

The Department of Kinesiology & Nutrition at the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) invites applications for a non‑tenure track Research Assistant Professor position. This appointment is focused on conducting research examining the role of immune cells in normal and diabetic wound healing.

Research Assistant Professor position in the Department of Kinesiology & Nutrition focused on understanding the role of immune cells in normal and diabetic wound healing.

Applicant will be responsible for designing and conducting experiments focused on understanding the role of immune cells in normal and diabetic wound healing. These will involve mouse models of wound healing, single cell RNA sequencing, flow cytometry, and histological analysis to elucidate novel immune pathways that contribute to normal and impaired healing. Importantly, these experiments should lead to dissemination via publication in peer‑reviewed scientific journals and presentations at national and international scientific conferences.

The applicant will also be responsible for generating ideas, preparing, and submitting new grant applications.

Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

PhD in Kinesiology or Nutrition or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of post‑doctoral or related experience
. Extensive experience with mouse models of wound healing, flow cytometry, cell sorting, histological analysis, and single cell RNAseq, includingarelational analyses downstream Analases. Supervisory experience also required.

UIC is a Carnegie R1 research institution and the largest university in Chicago, offering a vibrant, diverse, and collaborative academic environment. The Department of Kinesiology & Nutrition is committed to advancing innovative research that improves health outcomes across diverse populations.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, a brief statement of research interests, and contact information for professional references through the UIC employment portal.

Using  applicants should submit their applications by January 26, 2026.

The budgeted salary range for the position is $80,000.00 to $90,000.00.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

UIC is an EOE including Disability/Vets.

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.

Offers of employment by the University of Illinois may be subject to approval by the University’s Board of Trustees and are made contingent upon the candidate’s successful completion of any criminal background checks and other pre‑employment assessments that may be required for the position being offered. Additional information regarding such pre‑employment checks and assessments may be provided as applicable during the hiring process.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current and former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit the policy on consideration of sexual misconduct in prior employment.