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Research Scientist- Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology

University of Illinois Chicago
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Sep 19, 2025


Research Scientist- Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology

Research Scientist- Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology

Hiring Department: Anatomy and Cell Biology

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1037149

Posting Close Date: for fullest consideration, please apply by 5pm on 10/3/2025

Salary: The salary range of employees currently holding equivalent positions is $65,000 to $90,000 annually.

We strive to provide a competitive salary, considering factors such as available market data, internal equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. The final salary offer will be determined through a thorough assessment of these elements.


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.

The University of Illinois Chicago offers a very competitive benefits portfolio. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description
The Brady laboratory in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking highly energetic and organized applicants for a full-time Research Scientist position. This role will involve day to day oversight of a cell and molecular neuroscience laboratory, which uses a combination of cell and molecular methods including designing and generating plasmids for recombinant proteins, immunochemistry, primary neuronal cultures from rodents, imaging of live and fixed samples, and use of transgenic mouse models. The successful candidate will participate in both scientific research and management of the lab. Our research focus is molecular and cellular mechanisms of neurodegenerative diseases including Alzheimer's disease and Tauopathies as well as ALS and Huntington's disease. Experimental procedures include molecular and cellular biology, cloning, transfection, immunochemistry, histology, microscopy and small animal surgeries.

Duties and Responsibilities

1) Collaborate with the PI and other lab members to prepare or perform experimental procedures in molecular biology, biochemistry, immunocytochemistry, primary neuronal cell culture and live cell imaging.
2) Participate in the design and analysis of experiments with PI.
3) Standardize and systematize comprehensive laboratory protocols while maintaining accurate records of the work performed.
4) Test, optimize and implement both new and existing methods/techniques.
5) Preparation and implementation of general laboratory maintenance protocols (e.g. safety, training, waste management, animal, etc.).
6) Ensure that laboratory procedures comply with all safety requirements.
7) Supervise and train new graduate and undergraduate students.

Qualifications
The position requires experience in the cell and molecular biology neuroscience. In particular, experience in the cloning and sequencing neuronal proteins, expression and purification of recombinant proteins, and immunocytochemistry. Familiarity with cytoskeletal proteins, kinases and phosphatases in adult-onset neurodegenerative diseases desirable.

Applicants must have a Master's degree in the area of anatomy, cell biology, molecular biology, medicinal chemistry, neuroscience or related field and at least 3 years of relevant experience.

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.

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To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/16991?c=uic

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