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Visiting Research Specialist - Cardiology

University of Illinois Chicago
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/18/2026


Visiting Research Specialist - Cardiology


Visiting Research Specialist - Cardiology

Hiring Department: Department of Medicine, Division of Cardiology

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1040580

Posting Close Date: May 1, 2026

Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $53,000 to $54,000.

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Position Summary
This position contributes to the design and delivery of research projects and collaborates with researchers to develop, execute and interpret research projects. Performs complex laboratory and data collection techniques.

The laboratory of Dr. Liang Hong in the Department of Medicine (Cardiology) seek a motivated research specialist who can multitask and participate actively in the execution of ongoing research projects on the cardiovascular diseases.

Duties & Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with Principle Investigator and researchers to develop objectives and design of research projects and proposals.
  • Formulate and conduct scientific experiments and analyses. Performs complex data collection and laboratory techniques. Analyze and evaluate test and research results.
  • Replicate, refine and add new research approaches based on project needs. Test, customize and implement new methods, procedures and techniques.
  • Develop and write advanced, comprehensive experimental protocols.
  • Monitor project developments on an ongoing basis. Propose and implement changes as needed.
  • Contribute material, prepare results and assist in the writing of research findings for publications, papers, presentations, grants, and other documents for publication.
  • Assist principal investigator in grant and manuscript submission.
  • Guide, train and advise lower level researchers and students on techniques, methods and procedures.
  • Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
  • DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES
  • Position emphasis in basic research on cardiac biology using cell biology, molecular cloning, and mouse models.
  • Assays to be performed will include western blotting, protein expression and purification, RT-PCR, agarose gel electrophoresis, genetic profiling and data analysis, mouse tissue isolation, histology, and genotyping.
  • Animal care and routine mouse line colony maintenance including husbandry and breeding, preparation and maintenance of laboratory protocols such as biosafety, training, and waste management.
  • Work with principal investigator or other members in the lab to develop and conduct projects, assist principal investigator in grant and manuscript submission.


  • Minimum Qualifications

    • Bachelor's degree in science or related field required. Master's degree in science preferred.
    • A minimum of 3 years related research experience.
    • Possesses and applies comprehensive knowledge of research principles, concepts, practices and methods.
    • Proficient in specific lab research techniques.


    Preferred Qualifications
    • PhD's degree in science preferred.


    The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

    The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

    Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.


    To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19526?c=uic







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