Research Associate
 Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science | |
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, 403(b), retirement plan
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 United States, Illinois, North Chicago | |
 Dec 22, 2025 | |
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Salary: $54,000 - $56,000 Annually, depending on experience and qualifications Position Summary: The Center for Cancer Cell Biology, Immunology, and Infection in the Department of Microbiology & Immunology at the Chicago Medical School, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine & Science, is seeking applications for a full-time Research Associate (Postdoctoral Level) in the laboratory of Dr. Rahul Vijay. The investigators will be involved in an NIH-funded project that will investigate dynamics of immune responses/parameters during various pathogenic insults and will aim to identify potential immunomodulatory interventions to enhance humoral immune responses. Our generous benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision plans; paid parental leave; short-term and long-term disability plans; life insurance; flexible spending accounts; and a 403(b)-retirement plan which includes an 8% employer contribution after 2 years of service. RFUMS is committed to employee wellbeing and work-life balance. Full time staff are eligible for 3 weeks of vacation/ personal leave, 15 sick days, and 9 paid holidays, paid winter break, plus two floating holidays. Who We Are Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science (RFU) is a graduate health sciences university committed to serving the population through the interprofessional education of health and biomedical professionals and the discovery of knowledge dedicated to improving wellness. The university embodies the spirit of inquiry and excellence modeled by its namesake Dr. Rosalind Franklin, whose Photo 51 was crucial to solving the structure of DNA. RFU is nationally recognized for its research in areas including neuroscience, brain-related diseases, inherited disorders, proteomics, cancer cell biology and immunology, cardiac resuscitation, and gait and balance. Essential Duties & Responsibilities As a member of the Vijay Lab and in collaboration with other research groups at RFUMS and beyond, the candidate will be expected to: * Lead independent research projects, including planning, execution, data collection, analysis, and manuscript preparation. * Train and mentor graduate students, fostering their growth toward research independence. * Work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented research environment. * Demonstrate strong English communication skills (written and verbal). * Foster an inclusive and diverse research environment. * Conduct the following specific research activities: * Flow cytometry (multicolor analysis) * Mouse handling and colony management * Nucleic acid extraction and preparation for PCR-based assays * Western blotting and molecular biology techniques (including cloning) * Mammalian and bacterial cell culture maintenance * Expression and purification of recombinant proteins and plasmids * Immunofluorescence microscopy * Data analysis using Microsoft Office, GraphPad Prism, and other relevant software Conditions of Employment
Required Education & Experience * Ph.D. in Microbiology, Immunology, or a related field * Expertise in multicolor flow cytometry * Research experience in vaccination strategies and immune modulation * A strong record of peer-reviewed publications Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Preferred Qualifications
Typical Physical Demands & Working Conditions
EOE, Including Disability / Vets | |