The University of Chicago’s Department of Medicine, Section of Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition seeks a Research Assistant Professor who will participate in multidisciplinary collaborative research initiatives where they are expected to make significant intellectual and technical contributions and publish original work in peer review journals. They will also contribute to grant development, mentor trainees
and junior investigators, and support translational research programs aimed at improving patient outcomes. The appointee will contribute to research programs in genomics/epigenomics, cancer biomarker discovery, digestive disease mechanisms, and translational clinical research. Current research will focus on digestive disease mechanisms, with the goal of improving early detection, risk stratification, and therapeutic
development to enhance patient outcomes. The appointee will join a vibrant center of scientific discovery and innovation. Opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration are abundant, both within and outside the Biological Sciences Division. The Biological Sciences Division, other academic units of the University of Chicago, and UChicago Medicine are all contained within one compact campus in Chicago’s Hyde Park.
Compensation is dependent upon qualifications. This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must: 1) have a doctoral degree or equivalent
degree in biochemistry, molecular biology, cancer biology, or a related discipline and 2) have completed postdoctoral training. We especially welcome applicants with expertise including translational oncology, liquid biopsy technologies, transcriptomics, epigenomics, proteomics, or organoid culture models. Publication record and ability to obtain extramural grants will be considered. To be considered, interested
individuals must apply through The University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board, which uses Interfolio to accept applications: https://apply.interfolio.com/186522 . Applicants must upload: Cover letter, Curriculum vitae including bibliography, and Research statement. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. For instructions on the Interfolio application process, please visit
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