Post Doctoral Research(Villalon Landeros Laboratory)

Loyola University Chicago; Maywood (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Loyola University Chicago is seeking a Post-Doctoral Fellow in Sensory Neuroscience and Pain at the Maywood Health Sciences Campus. The role focuses on investigating the neuronal membrane proteasome (NMP) in sensory neuron signaling, somatosensation, and pain, using rodent behavior, biochemistry, and microscopy.

The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. or equivalent with a background in neuroscience, participate in collaborative projects, and start around February 1, 2027.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience or a related discipline.
• M.D. or PhD required.
• Strong background in rodent somatosensory behavior is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Investigate the role of the neuronal membrane proteasome (NMP) in sensory neuron signaling and pain.
• Integrate rodent somatosensory behavioral studies with biochemical and microscopy approaches to address questions.
• Contribute to a collaborative research environment and develop experiments.

Skills

Neuroscience

Rodent behavior

Biochemical methods

Education

Ph.D./M.D. in neuroscience

Tools

Microscopy

Job description

Position Details

Job Title: Post-Doctoral Research

Position Number: 8150668

Work Modality: Fully In-Person

Job Category: University Staff

Job Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Campus: Maywood-Health Sciences Campus

Department Name: PHARMACOLOGY

Location Code: PHARMACOLOGY (06230A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

Postdoctoral Fellow in Sensory Neuroscience and Pain

A postdoctoral position is available in the Villalon Landeros Laboratory in the Department of Molecular Pharmacology & Neuroscience at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. We seek a highly motivated and intellectually curious scientist to investigate the role of the neuronal membrane proteasome (NMP) in sensory neuron signaling, somatosensation, and pain.

Our research explores how the NMP shapes sensory neuron function and contributes to the molecular and cellular mechanisms underlying somatosensation and pain. The fellow will integrate rodent somatosensory behavioral studies with biochemical and microscopy approaches to address these questions.

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience or a related discipline. A strong background in rodent somatosensory behavior, biochemical methods, and microscopy is desired. Above all, we value self-motivation, intellectual curiosity, openness to learning, and enthusiasm for hands-on laboratory research. The successful candidate will enjoy developing experiments, thinking critically about results, troubleshooting challenges, and contributing to a collaborative research environment.

The anticipated start date is February 1, 2027, with flexibility based on the successful candidate's availability.

Application materials required

• A cover letter describing current and future research interests and interest in joining the laboratory
• A curriculum vitae
• A brief summary of previous research experience
• Names and contact information for three references

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

M.D. or PhD Required

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience or a related discipline

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in neuroscience or a related discipline.

Computer Skills

Microsoft Office Suites

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

Yes

Physical Demands

None

Working Conditions

Odors, Animals

Open Date

11/04/2026

Salary

Position Maximum Salary or Hourly Rate: $70,000/ann

Position Minimum Salary or Hourly Rate: $63,480/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.

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