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This role is based in Chicago, IL.

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The posting calls for at least 5 years of relevant experience.

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Research Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry

Q: What techniques or methods are required for this Research Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry role?

advanced imaging, optogenetics, spectroscopic imaging.

University of Chicago · Chicago, ILtodayverified 5 h ago

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Conduct neuroscience research on sleep-dependent memory and brain plasticity in worm and zebrafish models within a chemistry department.

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Why it is interesting. Combines optogenetics, AI behavioral analysis and spectroscopic imaging to study sleep and brain plasticity in a chemistry department

Might not be for you. Requires a neuroscience PhD and 5+ years post-PhD; no polymer or materials content

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist Senior hires only Works with universitiesRoom for your own research

Adjacent materials roleResearch Assistant Professor in Department of Chemistry (University of Chicago); work is neuroscience: sleep, glial biology, C. elegans, zebrafish

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University of Chicago filed 56 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Postdoctoral Scholar, Research Professional, Staff Scientist. Median filed pay: $67K a year.

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Seniority: Entry level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: PhD
Experience: 5+ yrs
Industry: Biotechnology
Role: Academic / Postdoc

Techniques

advanced imagingoptogeneticsspectroscopic imaging

Role details

The Department of Chemistry at the University of Chicago invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor appointment. The Research Assistant Professor will conduct research in collaboration with a faculty member, their research group, and interdisciplinary partners on projects involving sleep-dependent memory consolidation, glial biology, lysosomal signaling, and advanced imaging techniques. The position will include work on C. elegans and zebrafish models, integrating AI-driven behavioral analysis, optogenetics, and spectroscopic imaging to study brain plasticity.

The successful candidate is expected to develop and secure funding for an independent research program aligned with these themes and contribute to collaborative projects within the department. The term of the appointment will be for up to three years with the possibility of renewal. The position is expected to begin on or around Spring Quarter 2026. This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits guidebook .

Minimum qualifications

1. A doctoral degree in Neuroscience 2. A minimum of five years of experimental experience, beyond Ph.D. training. 3. Demonstrated ability to communicate research findings clearly to audiences through oral presentations and written work.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Expertise in interdisciplinary research , such as: Neuroscience and brain plasticity. Computational approaches and AI/ML for behavioral analysis. C. elegans genetics, and its use as a model organism for neurodegeneration Advanced imaging techniques (organellar or single-synapse resolution). Strong experimental expertise in worm models of sleep, learning and memory