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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Mar 24, 2026
Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery Postdoctoral Research Associate - Surgery Hiring Department: Surgery Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1040368 Posting Close Date: 04/23/2026 Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $43,888 to $75,000. Final salary offered will be determined by a thorough assessment of available market data, internal salary equity, candidate experience and qualifications, and budget constraints. About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Position Summary The Department of Surgery at the University of Illinois Chicago is seeking a highly motivated Postdoctoral Research Associate to join a rapidly expanding, internationally recognized program in advanced robotic surgery. This fellowship will focus on tele-robotic surgery and augmented reality-enhanced robotic imaging. Duties & Responsibilities Conduct and support research in tele-robotic surgical systems and augmented reality-guided robotic imaging. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including surgeons, engineers, and technology developers. Design, execute, and analyze research studies related to robotic surgical technologies. Contribute to peer-reviewed publications, grant development, and scientific presentations. Participate in the advancement of innovative technologies for remote surgical care in austere environments. Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned. Minimum Qualifications M.D./D.O and Ph.D. in a related field such as bioengineering, biomedical engineering, robotics, or imaging science. Strong interest in surgical innovation, robotics, and translational research. Ability to commit a minimum of two years to the fellowship. Preferred Qualifications M.D. or D.O. degree with completed or partially completed postgraduate training in surgery Prior experience in robotic surgery research, medical imaging, or augmented reality systems. Demonstrated experience with scientific writing and publication. Interest in military or remote medical applications of surgical technology. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19398?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-c9a5ff15724e094490789cd1ddae57d9