Post Doctoral Research Scholar Kuo Lab

LRES Corporation; Maywood, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago in Maywood, IL seeks a Post-Doctoral Research Scholar in the Kuo laboratory to study calcium-dependent signaling pathways in kidney and heart. This NIH-funded position emphasizes training and professional development in a collaborative environment.

The candidate will work on in-depth calcium signaling research, with a PhD (or near completion) in organ physiology, cell physiology, or molecular biology; prior experience in calcium signaling and animal studies is

Qualifications

• PhD required or near completion.
• Experience in calcium signaling and animal studies preferred.
• Strong emphasis on training and professional development in the lab.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on calcium-dependent signaling pathways in kidney and heart.
• Collaborate with CaMP and Loyola cardiovascular research institute.
• Follow NIH salary guidelines and contribute to NIH-funded projects.

Skills

Calcium signaling

Animal studies

Education

PhD or near completion

Tools

Office & research software

Job description

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Post Doctoral Research Scholar Kuo Lab

Position Details

Position 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.

Open Date 10/07/2026 Close Date Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate $54,000/ann Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate $50,000/ann

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

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 .

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 .

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.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a PhD Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree in a relevant field?

• Yes
• No

* Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

(Open Ended Question)

* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

• Public Job Posting
• Internal Job Posting
• Agency Referral
• Advertisement/Publication
• Personal Referral
• Website
• Other

* How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicago's mission and values?

(Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

• Optional documents may be submitted if available.

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