Postdoctoral Research Scholar

Employment Opportunities Designed to Help Us Collaborate in CreationPostdoctoral Research ScholarThank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. To view open positions, please enter your search criteria below. You may view all open positions by not specifying any search criteria and selecting the "Search" button.Position DetailsJob Title: Post-Doctoral Research PositionPosition Number: Work Modality: Full-TimeJob Category: University StaffFLSA Status: ExemptCampus: Maywood-Health Sciences CampusDepartment Name: SURGERYLocation Code: SURGERY (06740A)Fully funded: YesDuties and Responsibilities: A postdoc position is available for a highly motivated and talented Postdoctoral Fellow to join Dr. Abdullah’s lab at the Center for Translation Research and Education within the Department of Surgery at Loyola University Chicago. The ideal candidate will perform research with a strong emphasis on digital health, particularly the innovative application of wearable sensor data analysis and mobile health (mHealth) application development. The goal of this research is to enhance surgical outcomes and improve the quality of healthcare for both adult and pediatric patients. The successful candidate will be a crucial part of a highly interactive, multidisciplinary team, working on translational research. We are seeking someone who is adept at project management, has excellent time‑management skills, and possesses strong communication skills.Minimum Education and/or Work Experience: M.D. or PhD RequiredQualificationsA qualified candidate must hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field such as biomedical engineering, computer science, public health, or a related discipline.Proficiency in programming languages for data analysis (e.g., Python, R) and experience with machine learning, statistical modeling, and wearable sensor data analysis.Preferable: good at tasks, strong time‑management, and strong communication skills.Certificates/Credentials/LicensesA qualified candidate must hold a doctoral degree in a relevant field such as biomedical engineering, computer science, or public health.Proficiency in programming languages for data analysis (e.g., Python, R) and experience with machine learning and statistical modeling.The ability to efficiently collect, organize, and analyze data and to develop new or modified procedures based on the latest advancements in technology.A proven track record of publications in peer‑reviewed journals.Computer SkillsAbility to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoVehicle OperationNoneDirect Animal or Patient ContactYesPhysical DemandsStandingWorking ConditionsNoneCompensationPosition Maximum Salary: $74,088/annuallyPosition Minimum Salary: $61,008/annuallyPosition Close Date: 01/06/2026Special Instructions to ApplicantsAs 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, consult our website at For information about the university’s focus on transformative education, consult our website at Loyola University ChicagoFounded 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.Loyola University Chicago strives to be an employer of choice by offering its staff and faculty a wide array of affordable, comprehensive, and competitive benefits. To view our benefits in detail, click here.EEO StatementLoyola adheres to all applicable federal, state, and/or local civil rights laws and regulations prohibiting discrimination in private institutions of higher education. Please see the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy.Quick Link for PostingQuestions* Do you possess a M.D. or Ph.D.?YesNo* Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago? (Open Ended Question)* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?Public Job PostingInternal Job PostingAgency ReferralAdvertisement/PublicationPersonal ReferralWebsiteOther* How do your personal values align with Loyola University Chicago's mission and values? (Open Ended Question)Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationOptional DocumentsLoyola University Chicago | Information: (773) 508 - 60001032 W Sheridan Rd | Chicago, IL | 606602018 (c) Loyola University Chicago | University Policies#J-18808-Ljbffr