STAFF SCIENTIST
About the role
The Department of Molecular Pharmacology and Neuroscience at Loyola University Chicago is recruiting a Staff Scientist for Dr. Monsheel Sodhi’s newly funded projects investigating stress-related cognitive dysfunction.
Responsibilities
- Join a dynamic Research Team exploring fundamental questions about the molecular basis of cognition and stress resilience.
- Conduct data-driven research using a reverse translational approach.
- Test the effects of stress on Mouse behavior, Neuronal Morphology and Neurochemistry.
- Identify new targets for improved therapeutic interventions.
- Gain experience in Molecular Genetics, Gene expression studies, behavioral Pharmacology, mammalian cell culture, and state-of-the-art techniques such as next generation sequencing, behavioral Pharmacology, and Neuronal Tracing.
Qualifications
- Candidates must have graduated with PhD degrees within the last 4 years, with a strong record of peer-reviewed publications (including at least one first author publication).
- Expertise in behavioral Pharmacology and/or Molecular Genetics is essential, while experience in Neuroanatomy and Cell Biology is desirable.
- Good verbal and written communication skills in English are also essential.
Benefits
The University provides a generous benefits package including:
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement savings plans
- Flexible spending accounts
Schedule
The position is full-time and exempt from overtime.
Pay
The salary is commensurate with experience, at the NIH Scale.
Supervisory Responsibilities
The PI and our collegial Team of experts will provide mentoring, supervision, and intensive training.
Physical Demands
The position does not require direct animal or patient contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants
To learn more about Loyola University Chicago’s mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed/.