About Drexel University Located in the heart of Philadelphia, Drexel University is a world‐class, comprehensive, R1 research institution and a global leader in experiential education. For more than 100 years, our renowned Cooperative Education (co-op) program has enabled students to gain professional work experience before they graduate, setting them apart from their peers. Committed to becoming the nation's most civically engaged university, Drexel supports engagement along three dimensions: research and academic programs that directly benefit communities, business practices that support equitable local and regional economic development, and public service by students, faculty, and staff. Our engagement is long‐term, multigenerational, and fundamental to the University's mission, heritage, and future. At Drexel, we are devoted to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment that promotes healthy lifestyles and is based on integrity, trust, and respect. We center equity, inclusion and belonging, and incorporate an anti‐racism approach to our strategic plan, organizational systems, policies and structures. Drexel offers its highly engaged faculty and professional staff a comprehensive and world‐class benefits package that includes generous vacation and paid time off as applicable (including civic engagement days), up to an 11% 403(b) Retirement Plan match with immediate vesting, and remote and flexible work options for many roles. Our exceptional medical plans include domestic partner and fertility assistance and our award‐winning A Healthier U wellness program. In addition, faculty and professional staff at Drexel enjoy free tuition for themselves and their dependents for Drexel degree programs, certification, and non‐certification programs. And as part of the tuition offering to employees, Drexel participates in a tuition exchange program for dependents with other higher education institutions. These are just a sample of our extensive benefit offerings. Please see this Benefits Brochure for more information. Post-Doctoral Researcher Apply now Job no: 503600 Work type: Full-Time Location: Center City - Philadelphia, PA Categories: College of Medicine Job Summary The primary purpose is to investigate the role of T cells in complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) and biomarker discovery. Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. in neuroimmunology with experience in molecular, cellular biology, and biochemical approaches. He/she should have expertise in integrating molecular and in vivo techniques using rodent models. Candidates must have 3-5 years of industry experience in biomarker discovery and assay development and be able to perform flow cytometry, generate rodent models of pain, and pain behavior testing. Successful applicants should work independently, be self-motivated, and have excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Essential Functions * Design and perform experiments. * Train Graduate Students. * Writing manuscripts & editing grants Required Qualifications * Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Neuroimmunology, pain. * Minimum of 3-5 years of industry experience in addition to a PhD (5 years). * Expertise working with circulating and resident memory T cells in the development and maintenance of complex regional pain syndrome, flow cytometry, rodent models of pain, biomarker discovery, assay development Preferred Qualifications * Experience writing grants and manuscripts, training students, and industry experience in biomarker discovery and assay development. Physical Requirements * Typically sitting at a desk/table. * Typically standing, walking Location * University City - Philadelphia, PA Additional Information This position is classified as exempt, grade I. Compensation for this grade ranges from 41,120.00 to $ 61,680.00 per year. Please note that the offered rate for this position typically aligns with the minimum to midrange of this grade, but it can vary based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review. We encourage you to explore Drexel's Professional Staff salary structure and Compensation Guidelines & Policies for more details on our compensation framework. You can also find valuable information about our benefits in the Benefits Brochure. Special Instructions to the Applicant Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application. A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified. Advertised: Jul 23 2024 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Aug 23 2024 Eastern Daylight Time