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University of Chicago · 21 hours ago

Research Scientist

positionGreater Chicago Area
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid, Senior Level
money$77K/yr - $77K/yr
date3+ years exp

The University of Chicago is seeking a Research Scientist with expertise in tissue biology and quantitative imaging to work with Professor Margaret Gardel. The role involves developing imaging-based characterizations of tissue-scale inflammation states in skin organoids, including establishing protocols for fixation and sectioning, as well as staining and imaging samples.

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Responsibilities

Developing imaging-based characterizations of tissue-scale inflammation states in skin organoids
Establishing protocols for the fixation and sectioning of skin organoids grown at the Biohub
Staining and imaging of the samples using spinning-disk or laser-scanning confocal microscopes
3D reconstruction to account for changes in tissue composition and structure

Qualification

Tissue biologyQuantitative imagingEpithelial morphogenesisEpithelial mechanicsPh.D. in Biology

Required

A Ph.D. in Biology or related field
At least three years of postdoctoral research experience
Significant experience in the area of epithelial morphogenesis and epithelial mechanics
Expertise in quantitative imaging

Benefits

Health
Retirement
Paid time off

Company

University of Chicago

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One of the world’s great intellectual destinations, the University of Chicago empowers scholars and students to ask tough questions, cross disciplinary boundaries, and challenge conventional thinking to enrich human life around the globe.
dateFounded in 1890
location
Chicago, Illinois, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.uchicago.edu/

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Leadership Team

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