Post Doctoral Research Fellow-29160

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center is seeking a bioinformatics researcher to analyze animal tissue samples from studies on osteoarthritis and gastrointestinal metabolism. The role combines computational analysis with hands-on preclinical work, including animal surgeries and tissue processing.

The successful candidate will collaborate across the lab, contribute to multidisciplinary projects, and mentor junior researchers while ensuring rigorous data quality and reproducibility.

Qualifications

• PhD or equivalent doctoral degree required.
• Experience in relevant scientific discipline.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Scientific writing demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications.
• Ability to acquire accurate, reproducible data.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and execute complex research studies and protocols.
• Coordinate research study activities and lead projects.
• Prepare documentation of research activities and data management.
• Oversee data synthesis and analysis of findings.
• Prepare scientific reports and manuscripts.

Skills

Bioinformatics

Teamwork

Communication

Scientific writing

Data analysis

Education

PhD or equivalent

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Surgery-Chair Commitment

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (8:30:00 AM - 5:00:00 AM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $35.00 - $50.00 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

The successful candidate will apply their expertise in bioinformatics to analyze animal tissue samples generated from studies investigating osteoarthritis and/or gastrointestinal metabolism. The position involves integrating and interpreting high-throughput biological data to support research objectives and advance our understanding of disease mechanisms and metabolic processes. The successful candidate will work closely with other laboratory members, fostering a collaborative environment to achieve project goals. In addition to bioinformatics responsibilities, the candidate will assist with animal surgeries, post-surgical monitoring and care, and tissue sample collection and processing. This position offers a dynamic, interdisciplinary research setting that combines computational analysis with hands-on preclinical research and tissue-based approaches.

Summary

This position may perform independent research, collaborate on a multi-scholar research initiative, or may have lead responsibility for discrete components of a larger research projects or programs, all while under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher.

Required Job Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in a relevant discipline.
• Experience in relevant science discipline.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.
• Scientific writing skills demonstrated through peer-reviewed publications
• Ability to acquire accurate, reproducible data
• Critical eye towards consistency, reproducibility, and the scientific method in general
• Excellent project and time management skills
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills
• Advocate for safety and ethics in the workplace.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design and execute complex research studies, procedures, and protocols.
• Participate in discovery projects.
• Coordinate research study activities: lead and manage projects.
• Problem solves research challenges and model development, as applicable.
• Contribute discrete components of a larger project under the general direction of a senior or principal researcher.
• Prepare complete documentation of research activities for reference purposes, including following applicable data management protocols.
• Oversee organization, synthesis and analysis of data and findings.
• Compare actual and expected results and suggest solutions to correct the deviations.
• Evaluate existing research or modeling techniques and recommend improvements to ensure quality and productivity.
• Prepare scientific reports, outcome findings and scientific manuscripts.
• Assist in the preparation of proposals and reports.Assist in teaching classes.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.