A research scientist is available in the laboratory of Dr. JP Jin inthe Department of Physiology and Biophysics at the University of Illinois atChicago. Research in the lab focuses on protein structure-function relationshipsand protein and peptide engineering for biomedical applications. A broad rangeof experiments and methodology are applied. The recruit will have theopportunity to lead a project focusing on malaria vaccine development.
The candidates should have a Ph.D. degree or equivalent in a closely related field. Candidates with the followingqualifications are especially encouraged to apply: 1) strong self-motivation, 2) record of first author previous publicationsfrom relevant studies, 3) ability to plan, organize and meet deadlines, 4) good English communication skills (writing andoral) and ability to collaboratewith others in the lab and at other institutions, 5) immunological methods experiences,and 6) animal and cell models of malaria immunization and protection.
Duties & Responsibilities

Collaborate with Principal Investigator, other researchers, and key personnel to meet research objectives.

Collect, analyze, and interpret data.

Perform Laboratory experiments.

Maintain lab notebook with recorded data.

Publish original scientific research in peer-review journals.

Present research findings at national/international scientific conferences.

Other duties as assigned include participation in lab maintenance and safety tasks.