Staff Scientist | University of Chicago (UC) - Military Veterans

Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: Plan, execute and facilitate advanced technical/scientific research projects. Designs, develops and tests experimental protocols for research (including empirical protocols, computational, statistical methods, etc.). Collaborates with other researchers as appropriate. Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors scientific research manuscripts. May present work at scientific meetings and provide peer review of grant applications and scientific manuscripts. The individual in this role will be involved in all aspects of the design, development, implementation, and analysis of research projects focused on population variation in immune responses. Focus on the development and optimization of a highly novel, non-viral gene delivery approach to facilitate cardiac gene delivery in the atria and ventricles. Identify new molecular targets for gene-based treatment of atrial fibrillation. Collaborates with other researchers as appropriate. Assisting the Principal Investigator (PI) in designing new experiments. Harvesting, analyzing, and interpreting data; drafting manuscripts. Presenting data at research conferences. Participates in the preparation and writing of grant applications and reports, and co-authors scientific research manuscripts. Serves as a resource for collecting data and performing analysis. Facilitates and promotes a research project by providing scientific or intellectual information. Develops laboratory protocols and training on new techniques. Manage, analyze and make recommendations on complex data sets for research. Performs other related work as needed. Preferred Qualifications Education: Doctoral degree in a field relevant to the research being conducted. Experience: Knowledge of intact heart electrophysiology. Understand the molecular mechanisms underlying atrial fibrillation. Previous bench lab experience.   Preferred Competencies Data interpretation. Analytical skills. Problem-solving skills. Attention to detail. Organizational skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Application Documents Resume/CV (required) Cover Letter (required) The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination. Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via the Applicant Inquiry Form. The University of Chicago's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report (Report) provides information about University offices and programs that provide safety support, crime and fire statistics, emergency response and communications plans, and other policies and information. The Report can be accessed online at: securityreport.uchicago.edu. Paper copies of the Report are available, upon request, from the University of Chicago Police Department, 850 E. 61st Street, Chicago, IL 60637.