Postdoctoral Fellow, Inflammation Models at Chan Zuckerberg Biohub

Chicago, Illinois, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Entry Level & New Grad, Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Biomedical Research, Life SciencesIndustries

Requirements

  • PhD, MD, or DVM
  • 2 years of hands-on experience with animal models
  • At least 2 years of molecular biology experience
  • A collaborative mindset and strong communication skills
  • Experience developing and characterizing animal models of acute and chronic inflammation, especially those affecting neural, periodontal, and musculoskeletal systems
  • Experience applying molecular biology techniques to analyze, visualize, and track inflammatory processes
  • Experience working in cross-disciplinary teams and contributing to the development of innovative biological measurement tools

Responsibilities

  • Drive innovative research related to inflammation biology in animal models
  • Design and execute studies involving the nervous and/or musculoskeletal systems
  • Collaborate across disciplines with colleagues in engineering, omics, and clinical translation
  • Disseminate research findings via publications, preprints (e.g., bioRxiv, medRxiv), and open-source repositories (e.g., GitHub)
  • Uphold the Biohub’s values of open science, teamwork, and scholarly excellence

Skills

Animal Models
Inflammation Models
Immunology
Biology
Translational Research
Clinical Research
Neural Tissues
Periodontal Tissues
Musculoskeletal Tissues
Acute Inflammation
Chronic Inflammation

Chan Zuckerberg Biohub

Nonprofit research center for disease understanding

About Chan Zuckerberg Biohub

The Chan Zuckerberg Biohub focuses on biomedical research and technology development. It collaborates with top universities to study the basic mechanisms of diseases and create new diagnostic tools and therapies. The Biohub combines the expertise of engineers, data scientists, and researchers to tackle complex health challenges. Unlike many research institutions, it emphasizes a collaborative approach, pooling resources and knowledge from multiple prestigious universities. The goal of the Chan Zuckerberg Biohub is to advance scientific understanding and improve health outcomes through innovative research.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, BiotechnologyIndustries
51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
401(k) Company Match
Family Planning Benefits
Fertility Treatment Support
Childcare Support
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation

Risks

Expansion may strain resources and management capabilities.
Potential ethical concerns with AI model reliance.
Collaboration with multiple universities could lead to intellectual property disputes.

Differentiation

CZ Biohub unites top universities for collaborative biomedical research.
Focus on AI-driven models for disease detection and treatment.
Pioneering cellular endoscopes for early disease monitoring and intervention.

Upsides

Expansion into New York enhances collaboration with leading institutions.
AI initiatives align with growing trends in drug discovery and precision medicine.
Genomic training initiatives support underrepresented medical students.

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