Research Scientist

Illinois-Institute-of-Technolog; Illinois; On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Illinois Institute of Technology seeks a Research Scientist to support diabetes research focusing on modeling, monitoring, and control of glucose variations and the effects of various drugs. The role integrates AI and systems engineering with biomedical informatics and mathematical modeling of glucose, insulin, and glucagon dynamics in individuals with diabetes.

The position involves interpreting clinical, wearable-device, and CGM data, developing robust models, and contributing to grant

Qualifications

• PhD in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or closely related field.
• Minimum of six years of research experience in tissue biology and metabolic disease.
• Experience developing grant proposals and writing grant reports and manuscripts.
• Mathematical modeling and simulation of metabolic processes.
• Ability to interpret clinical, wearable-device, and CGM data.
• Familiarity with AI, systems engineering, and biomedical informatics research methods.
• Strong scientific writing, analytical, and collaborative research skills.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and refinement of mathematical models describing glucose regulation and metabolic dynamics.
• Interpret results from clinical experiments and simulations, including disturbances and variations in glucose homeostasis.
• Analyze data from wearable devices and CGM, relating findings to blood glucose variations and metabolic activities.
• Support research integrating AI, systems engineering, and biomedical informatics approaches.
• Contribute to grant proposal development, grant reporting, and preparation of research manuscripts.

Skills

Mathematical modeling

Data interpretation

AI methods

Systems engineering

Biomedical informatics

Scientific writing

Collaborative research

Education

PhD in Biomedical Engineering or related field

Job description

Compensation: $25,000 total salary for the eight-month appointment (November 1, 2026-June 30, 2027).

Position Type/Schedule: Part-time, fixed-term appointment; minimum of 25 hours per week.

Work Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, both presently and for the duration of employment with the university.

Position Summary

Illinois Institute of Technology seeks a Research Scientist to support ongoing diabetes research focused on modeling, monitoring, and control of glucose variations and the effects of various drugs. Research projects integrate artificial intelligence and systems engineering techniques for glucose regulation in Type 1 diabetes; knowledge discovery from highly heterogeneous, sparse, and private biomedical informatics data; and mathematical modeling of dynamic glucose, insulin, and glucagon concentrations in individuals with Type 2 diabetes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and refinement of mathematical models describing glucose regulation and metabolic dynamics.
• Interpret results from clinical experiments and simulations, including the relationships between disturbances and variations in glucose homeostasis.
• Analyze and interpret data collected from wearable devices and continuous glucose monitoring systems, relating findings to blood glucose variations and metabolic activities.
• Support research integrating artificial intelligence, systems engineering, and biomedical informatics approaches.
• Contribute to grant proposal development, grant reporting, and preparation of research manuscripts.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a closely related engineering field.
• Minimum of six years of research experience in tissue biology and metabolic disease.
• Experience developing grant proposals and writing grant reports and research manuscripts.
• Mathematical modeling and simulation of metabolic processes.
• Ability to interpret clinical, wearable-device, and continuous glucose monitoring data.
• Familiarity with artificial intelligence, systems engineering, and biomedical informatics research methods.
• Strong scientific writing, analytical, and collaborative research skills.

Supervision & Budget Authority

Supervisory responsibilities and budget authority have not been specified for this position.

Physical Qualifications

Specific physical requirements have not been provided and should be confirmed before posting.

Illinois Tech offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• life and long-term disability insurance
• a 403(b) retirement plan with university contributions and matching for eligible employees
• tuition assistance programs
• flexible spending and commuter benefits
• an employee assistance program
• university holidays
• applicable paid and job-protected leave benefits

Eligibility, waiting periods, employee contributions, and coverage levels vary by benefit and position. Our commitment to employee well-being is reflected in our competitive benefits package located here: Benefits Summary

EEO Statement

Illinois Institute of Technology is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA employer dedicated to building a community of excellence, equity, inclusion, and diversity. It is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and actively seeks applications from individuals of all backgrounds and identities, regardless of race, color, sex, marital status, religion, national origin, disability, age, unfavorable discharge from the military, status as a protected veteran, sexual orientation, including gender identity and expression, order of protection status, and/or genetic information. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment.