Postdoctoral Position in ECM: Explore an exciting postdoctoral opportunity funded through a sponsored research agreement with Boehringer-Ingelheim in the Naba Lab at the University of Illinois Chicago. This position offers a unique chance for recent or soon-to-be graduates to advance their training in an academic environment while collaborating with a leading pharmaceutical company. Dr. Alexandra Naba’s research focuses on using cutting-edge proteomics to decipher the roles of the extracellular matrix (ECM) in cancer, fibrosis, development, and health.
Designation: Postdoctoral Researcher
Research Area: ECM and Cancer Biology
Location: University of Illinois Chicago
Eligibility/Qualification:
- Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in biology, biochemistry, structural biology, or related fields
- Proficiency in immunohistochemistry, immunofluorescence, mammalian cell culture, gene interference strategies, and common biochemical techniques (western blot, immunoprecipitation, ELISA)
- Preferable experience in quantitative histochemical and/or immunofluorescence image analysis (ImageJ, HALO, CT-FIRE, TWOMBLI) or mass-spectrometry-based proteomics (LC-MS/MS)
- Programming skills (R, Python) and experience with “big data” are a plus
- Skills/Qualities:
- Self-motivation, collaborative mindset, attention to detail
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
Job Description: The selected candidate will:
- Independently design, perform, analyze, and interpret experiments to understand how the ECM of the tumor microenvironment influences cancer progression and treatment response.
- Communicate research results to collaborators and present findings at national and international conferences.
- Work in a collaborative, dynamic environment focused on scientific excellence.
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Detailed CV, including a list of publications
- Contact information for three references
Please submit your application to Dr. Alexandra Naba.
Last Date for Apply: Rolling applications, open until filled.
