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Form of workResearch Assistant Professor (Ocular Virology Lab) - Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
Hiring Department: Ophthalmology & Visual Sciences
Location: 1855 W. Taylor St. Chicago, IL 60612
Requisition ID: 1022180
Posting Close Date: 2/06/2024
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UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
Position Summary
The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences of the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking applicants for a Research Assistant Professor position. The candidate should have a PhD in microbiology, or a related field. The candidate should have extensive experience in areas related to Ocular Virology, ocular cell biology , metabolomics, as well as immune aspects of HSV-1 infection in several different animal models of corneal disease. Experience should be documented by strong research publications, presentations at international meetings, and substantial contributions to successful federal and/or foundation grant applications. The candidate must be able to independently develop a research program and collaboration with members of the department, and other institutes and departments, and actively participate in one or more graduate programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
PhD
For full consideration, interested candidates should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information of three references by December 7, 2023. Applications along with required materials should be submitted through the electronic application.
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