Department
BSD SUR - Transplant Surgery: Research
About the Department
The Section of Transplantation is built on a strong history of surgical excellence, including the first-ever animal organ transplant in 1904. Over the years, the section has gone on to achieve many more 'firsts,' including the first successful living donor liver transplant and the first heart-liver-kidney transplant in the world. Today, UChicago Medicine is home to one of the busiest organ transplant centers in the nation and offers more transplant options than any other program in Illinois.
What our surgeons can achieve in the operating room would not be possible without the ongoing work that is done in our laboratories, and this is especially true in the Section of Transplantation. Our researchers are well known for their basic science research in transplantation tolerance and clinical trial work around islet cell transplantation for diabetes.
Job Summary
The job leads a research project and contributes to the scientific direction of the Chong Lab.
Responsibilities
Performs mouse skin, heart, and kidney transplantations.
Teaches microsurgical and basic mouse handling techniques to post-doctoral fellows and research professionals.
Uses specialized depth and breadth of expertise to lead and conduct research experiments.
Interprets and collects data and trains others in the interpretation of data. Leads the dissemination of data and significantly contributes to scientific publications and grant writing.
Leads others to solve complex problems, providing expertise to the team which includes of scientists and clinicians from the University and nationally.
Provides expertise to identify protocol problems, inform investigators of problems, or assist in problem resolution efforts, such as protocol revisions. Provides expertise to evaluate factors such as sample collection processes, data management plans, or potential subject risks.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include a PhD in related field.
Work Experience:
Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Experience:
Prior experience performing skin, heart, and kidney transplantation in mice.
Considerable experience in transplant immunology.
Preferred Competencies
Excellent mouse handling techniques including bleeding and drug administration.
Ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously.
Problem-solving skills, including a strong ability to prioritize and collaborate.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proven ability to establish and stick to timelines.
Excellent organizational skills, including strong attention to detail.
Knowledge of university and research-related regulatory policies and procedures, including IRB procedures.
Ability to train others.
Application Documents
Resume/CV (required)
Cover Letter (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
Job Family
Research
Role Impact
Individual Contributor
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Drug Test Required
No
Health Screen Required
No
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
No
Pay Rate Type
Salary
FLSA Status
Exempt
Pay Range
$60,000.00 - $84,000.00
The included pay rate or range represents the University’s good faith estimate of the possible compensation offer for this role at the time of posting.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
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