Base: $30.70 - $46.05; bonus/equity: not specified...
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Translational pulmonary microplastics research
In vivo mouse microplastic lung delivery
Microscopy (fluorescence, electron, etc.)
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Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Research Fellow for its Cardiothoracic Surgery department, focusing on translational pulmonary microplastics research. The position emphasizes collaboration, independence, and mentorship in a dynamic lab environment, with responsibilities including data presentation, publication, and grant assistance.
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Job Summary
The Dhupar Lab focuses on the biodistribution and health effects of inhaled microplastics, utilizing cell cultures, mice, and human tissue.
Expectations include performing various techniques such as microscopy, PCR, histology, and processing human samples, with flexibility to learn new methods.
Opportunities exist for clinical exposure, observing in the operating room, and attending departmental conferences, with support for early-career investigators.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Advocate Health is seeking a full-time Research Fellow for its Cardiothoracic Surgery department, focusing on translational pulmonary microplastics research. The position emphasizes collaboration, independence, and mentorship in a dynamic lab environment, with responsibilities including data presentation, publication, and grant assistance.
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Salary
Base: $30.70 - $46.05; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Yes
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Translational Pulmonary Microplastics Research
In vivo mouse microplastic lung delivery
Microscopy (fluorescence, electron, etc.)
PCR/RNA sequencing
Histology
Processing human samples
Nice-to-have
Enthusiasm for teaching and mentorship
Interest in clinical exposure
Highly functional, collaborative, and collegial lab environment
Key Requirements
Postdoctoral Researcher
Flexibility and learning new techniques
High degree of motivation and desire for independence
Highly organized, timely presentation of data
Communicating effectively with collaborators
Writing abstracts, presenting at national meetings, publishing papers