Research Assistant Professor, Dr. Ji LabLoyola requires all Health Sciences Campus Faculty and Staff to be vaccinated with the original COVID-19 and Flu vaccines when eligible. An exemption for a qualified medical or religious reason may be submitted for review/approval. If you are invited for an on-campus interview for a Position that is based at the Health Sciences Campus, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination of the original COVID-19 vaccine OR a negative COVID-19 test results no more than 48 hours prior to arriving on campus. PCR or rapid antigen test results are acceptable.
Position Details
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Research Assistant Professor of bioinformatics in Ji LabPosition Title - Research Assistant Professor, Dr. Ji LabJob Category - University Faculty
Job Type: Full-TimeFLSA Status - ExemptCampus - Maywood-Health Sciences Campus
Location Code - SURGERY (06740A) Department Name - SURGERYIs this split and/or fully grant funded? - YesDuties and Responsibilities - Salary Range: $80,000 – $100,000 Benefits Information: We are seeking a highly motivated data scientist to join our group, which has been supported by federal funds and institutional grants. The applicant will be responsible for performing hands-on exploratory and regulatory-related biomarkers analysis, large-scale proteomics, metabolomics, and lipidomics analyses, with a primary goal of developing prediction models and identifying molecular endotypes for pulmonary diseases. These respiratory diseases include but are not limit to acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), sarcoidosis, sepsis, and trauma. Most specifically, the applicant will participate in the design of data analysis, implement cutting-edge bioinformatics and biostatistics methods to integrate clinical and trans-omics data. Because this is a full-time faculty position at the research assistant professor position, the applicant is expected to be productive in publications and fundings. This position is for those who plan to apply for their own grants and projects independently.
Qualifications: Required: PhD and/or MD of bioinformatics, computer sciences, and biostatistics.
Physical Demands: Standing, Repetitive Motions
Working Conditions:
None Minimum Education and/or Work Experience - Required: Required PhD and/or MD of bioinformatics, computer sciences, and biostatistics. Open Date - 01/02/2026 Close DateSalary Range - $80,000 - $100,000 Additional Salary Information - This salary range is for a 12-month academic appointment. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree; training; field or discipline; budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs. About Loyola University Chicago - 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. With15 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 aSTARSGold-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. Quick Link for Posting - https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/34381Job Number - 8550545 Organizational Location - HEALTH SCIENCES CAMPUSPosting Details Number of Vacancies - 1Desired Start Date - 02/01/2026 Position End DateOpen Until Filled - Yes
