Postdoctoral Position in Biological Sciences

University of Chicago

Departments: Biological Sciences Division (BSD), Department of Medicine (DOM), University of Chicago Medicine Comprehensive Cancer Center (UCCCC), Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME)

Position: Tenure-track/Tenured Faculty, any rank

Start Date: Flexible

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Position Overview

The University of Chicago seeks outstanding faculty in synthetic biology to work at the interface of immunology, molecular biology, chemistry, and bioengineering, with applications in cancer immunotherapy. Primary departmental appointment will align with the candidate’s research focus.

Research areas of interest include (but are not limited to):

• Design of synthetic circuits for self-regulated T cells
• Engineering immunological cellular ecosystems
• Genome-scale engineering
• Engineering cells for therapeutic applications

Faculty are expected to develop independent research programs, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and contribute to teaching.

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Qualifications

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in biomedicine, cell/molecular biology, synthetic biology, bioengineering, or a related discipline prior to start of employment.
• Demonstrated research excellence and potential for independent funding.
• Commitment to teaching, mentoring, and collaboration.

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Resources & Environment

• Access to state-of-the-art core facilities and interdisciplinary collaborators
• Affiliation with multiple degree-granting programs within BSD and PME
• Opportunities for collaboration with Argonne National Laboratory and the Marine Biological Laboratory

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Application Instructions

Applicants must apply through the University of Chicago Academic Recruitment portal (Interfolio): http://apply.interfolio.com/165908

Required Materials:

1. Curriculum Vitae with bibliography
2. Cover letter
3. Research statement
4. Teaching statement
5. Up to 5 selected publications
6. Contact information for 3 references

Review of applications continues until positions are filled.

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