Post Doctoral Research Scholar Kuo Lab

Loyola University Chicago; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking a Post-Doctoral Research associate for a NIH-funded project in the Kuo laboratory, located on the Maywood Health Sciences Campus. The successful candidate will investigate calcium-dependent signaling in kidney and heart tissues and will join a collaborative team across departments.

Requirements include a PhD in organ physiology, cell physiology, or molecular biology, with strong emphasis on training and professional development within the lab.

Qualifications

• PhD required or near completion in organ physiology, cell physiology or molecular biology.
• Special consideration for candidates with experience in calcium signaling and animal studies.

Responsibilities

• Post-doctoral research on calcium-dependent signaling pathways in kidney and heart.
• NIH funding support for the project; salary follows NIH guidelines.

Education

Ph.D.

Job description

Job Title

Post-Doctoral Research

Position Number

8150659

Work Modality

Fully In-Person

Is this request for the creation of a new Position (or the modification of an existing Position) to temporarily support the WorkDay ERP?

no

Job Category

University Staff

Job Type

Full-Time

FLSA Status

Exempt

Campus

Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name

PHYSIOLOGY

Location Code

PHYSIOLOGY (06240A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?

Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

A postdoctoral associate position funded by the NIH is available in the Kuo laboratory focused on calcium dependent signaling pathways in the kidney and heart. Candidates will be expected to have a PhD (or be near completion) in organ physiology, cell physiology or molecular biology. Special consideration will be given to candidates with prior experience in calcium signaling and animal studies. The Kuo laboratory is housed in CaMP and has collaborations within the Department, Loyola cardiovascular research institute and nationally. A strong emphasis is placed on on training and professional development in the lab. Salary structure will follow NIH guidelines dependent on years post PhD.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

M.D. or PhD Required

Qualifications

Requires a minimum of Ph.D.

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

n/a

Computer Skills

Standard office and research software

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

None

Working Conditions

None

Open Date

10/07/2026

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate

$54,000/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate

$50,000/ann

Special Instructions to Applicants

As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

About Loyola University Chicago

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world. Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, Loyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University's Nondiscrimination Policy.