The Immune Imaging group at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a postdoctoral research associate. The research group specializes in nanoscale immunobiophysics and has published recent studies in:
• Biophysical Journal (2024): PMID 38961624, 38532626
• Bioconjugate Chemistry (2023): PMID 37145839
• Nano Letters (2022): PMID 35499493
• ACS Nano (2022): PMID: 34797055
Research Focus
Current projects in the group focus on:
1. Developing Quantitative and Multiplexed Superresolution Imaging: We specialize in utilizing protein-based and small-molecule probes to perform single-molecule localization microscopy.
2. Investigating Cytokine Packaging, Transport, and Secretion: We focus on understanding the nanoscale inter- and intracellular communications of immune cells using single-molecule and superresolution imaging techniques.
Equipment and Facilities
The research group is equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including:
• Nikon N-STORM Superresolution System
• CrestOptics DeepSIM Multispot Lattice Structured Illumination Microscope
• BSL2 Tissue Culture Suite, qPCR, Nanodrop
• Dedicated Computing Workstations
Applicants with the following backgrounds are highly encouraged to apply:
• Optics
• Biophysics
• Engineering
• Fluorescence Microscopy
• Cell Biology
The research group collaborates with Pathology, Hematology/Oncology, and Pharmaceutical Sciences, providing a rich interdisciplinary environment. Salary is commensurate with experience. The University of Illinois offers competitive benefits, including healthcare options, wellness programs, educational opportunities, and other benefits.
Full publications: https://hu.lab.uic.edu/publication/
Applications are accepted via email to Prof. Ying S. Hu at
[email protected]
