Postdoctoral Fellow (Part-time)-Dr Ye & Dr. Chen

The Department of Biology, College of Arts and Sciences, Loyola University Chicago ( LUC) invites applications for a full-time post-doctoral fellow, beginning in Academic Year 2026-2027. The position is for one year with the possibility of renewal for additional years based on performance and funding. The postdoctoral fellow will support research in the laboratory of Dr. Hui Ye and Dr. Yanan Chen to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying demyelinating diseases, including multiple sclerosis and leukodystrophies. Our research integrates cellular, genetic, pharmacological, electrophysiological, and behavioral approaches to understand mechanisms of oligodendrocyte dysfunction, neuroinflammation, and myelin repair, and to develop novel therapeutic strategies. The position is funded by ELA International and provides an ideal opportunity for candidates who are interested in gaining teaching experience while conducting cutting-edge research.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in neurobiology or a related field. 1 year post-doctoral experience

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in neurobiology or a related field. 1 year post-doctoral experience

Applicants must have a Ph.D. in neurobiology or a related field

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As a Jesuit, Catholic institution of higher education, we seek candidates who will contribute to our strategic plan to deliver a Transformative Education in the Jesuit tradition. To learn more about Loyola University Chicago's mission, candidates should consult our website at www.luc.edu/mission/. For information about the university's focus on transformative education, they should consult our website at www.luc.edu/transformativeed.

Founded in 1870, Loyola University Chicago is one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, recognized for its academic excellence, commitment to community engagement, and leadership in sustainability. A Carnegie R1 research institution, Loyola leverages its status as one of an elite group of universities with the highest level of research activity to advance knowledge that serves communities and creates global impact. With 15 schools, colleges, and institutes-including Business, Law, Medicine, Nursing, and Health Sciences-Loyola operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy, that provide students a transformative, globally connected learning experience. Consistently ranked among the nation's top universities by U.S. News & World Report, Loyola is a STARS Gold-rated institution that is ranked as one of the country's most sustainable campuses by The Princeton Review and has earned distinctions from AmeriCorps and the Carnegie Foundation for its longstanding record of service and community engagement. Guided by its Jesuit mission and commitment to caring for the whole person, Loyola educates ethical leaders who think critically, act with purpose, and strive to create a more just and sustainable world.

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