What are the responsibilities and job description for the Research Scientist position at University of Illinois Hospital?
Position Summary
The position will utilize hiPSC-derived cardiovascular cells to model cardiovascular diseases in vitro, investigating anticancer therapy-induced toxicity and identifying mitigation strategies. Additionally, the incumbent will establish robust in vivo/in vitro models and develop epigenetic assay technologies to explore the regulatory mechanisms of cardiovascular pathology. Research will be conducted in the Department of Pharmacology & Regenerative Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Duties & Responsibilities
Formulate experimental protocols, data collection frameworks, and statistical analysis plans. Perform experiments including stem cell culture and differentiation, molecular biology, and in vivo studies. Draft high-impact manuscripts for peer-reviewed journals and present research findings at major national and international conferences. Assist principal investigator in mentoring postdocs and students on study design, data analysis, and manuscript preparation. Assist principal investigator in grant and manuscript submission. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
The position will utilize hiPSC-derived cardiovascular cells to model cardiovascular diseases in vitro, investigating anticancer therapy-induced toxicity and identifying mitigation strategies. Additionally, the incumbent will establish robust in vivo/in vitro models and develop epigenetic assay technologies to explore the regulatory mechanisms of cardiovascular pathology. Research will be conducted in the Department of Pharmacology & Regenerative Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Duties & Responsibilities