Hiring Department : Pharmacology and Regenerative Medicine Location : Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID : 1028371 Posting Close Date : 12/17/2024 About the University of Illinois Chicago 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. Description: Position Summary Postdoctoral fellow positions are available for studying the mechanisms of breast cancer brain metastasis. This is an NIH-funded collaboration study. The postdocs will be assigned to Dr. Kaori Yamada's laboratory in the Department of Pharmacology&Regenerative Medicine or Dr. Tohru Yamada's laboratory in the Department of Surgery at the College of Medicine at the University of Illinois at Chicago. The Yamada Laboratory in Pharmacology studies regulation mechanisms of vascular function and endothelial barrier integrity. The Yamada Laboratory in Surgery develops strategies for tumor diagnosis and tumor growth inhibition. Both laboratories use in vitro systems, cell biology, molecular biology techniques, and in vivo mouse tumor growth and metastasis models. Interested candidates are welcome to contact Dr. Yamada at horiguchuic.edu for an informal discussion. To apply, please send a CV, a page of research experience and future interests, expected availability, and a list of 3 references to Dr. Yamada at horiguchuic.edu. Duties&Responsibilities: The postdoctoral fellows are expected to design and perform the experiments for the research projects in the Yamada labs. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. degree for a postdoc position. Extensive experience in molecular biology, cell biology, and transgenic mouse models. Self-motivated and collaborative. Preferred Qualifications: The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation. J-18808-Ljbffr