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University of Illinois Chicago has filed H-1B petitions with the US Department of Labor in past years, but this specific posting does not explicitly mention sponsorship for the Postdoctoral Research Associate_Bedran-Russo Lab_Oral Biology role. Confirm with the employer before applying if visa support is required.

Where is the Postdoctoral Research Associate_Bedran-Russo Lab_Oral Biology role at University of Illinois Chicago based?

This role is based in Chicago, IL.

How many years of experience does this Postdoctoral Research Associate_Bedran-Russo Lab_Oral Biology role require?

The posting calls for at least 0 years of relevant experience.

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Postdoctoral Research Associate_Bedran-Russo Lab_Oral Biology

Q: What is the salary for the Postdoctoral Research Associate_Bedran-Russo Lab_Oral Biology role at University of Illinois Chicago?

The listed annual base salary range is $55K–$60K. This figure is taken from the posting itself.

Q: What polymers or materials does this Postdoctoral Research Associate_Bedran-Russo Lab_Oral Biology role work with?

dental biomaterials, biomaterials.

Q: What techniques or methods are required for this Postdoctoral Research Associate_Bedran-Russo Lab_Oral Biology role?

spectroscopic assays, high-resolution imaging, cell viability studies, multi-scale mechanical analysis.

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$55k – $60kfrom the posting

PhD-level Academic / Postdoc roles on Crosslinked list a median of $97k (60 that show pay).

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Why it is interesting. Interdisciplinary bench work spanning AFM, dynamic mechanical testing and biomineralization in a dental materials lab

Might not be for you. Postdoc pay ($55-60K) and academic timeline; dental/mineralized-tissue focus, not polymer processing

Mostly at the benchDeep specialist PhD-friendlyPostdoc bridgeFirst industry role Publishes regularly

Adjacent materials rolenovel dental biomaterials; multi-scale mechanical analytical methods, spectroscopic assays, atomic force microscopy, dynamic mechanical techniques

H-1B filings

University of Illinois Chicago filed 15 H-1B labor applications for scientist and engineer roles from Jan to Dec 2025.

Most common titles: Research Assistant Professor, Visiting Research Assistant Professor, Postdoctoral Research Associate. Median filed pay: $100K a year.

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Seniority: Postdoc
Work: On-site
Type: Postdoc
Degree: PhD
Experience: 0+ yrs
Industry: Biotechnology
Role: Academic / Postdoc

Materials

dental biomaterialsbiomaterials25 rolesmineralized tissueextracellular matrix

Techniques

spectroscopic assays1 rolehigh-resolution imagingcell viability studiesmulti-scale mechanical analysisatomic force microscopy1 role dynamic mechanical analysis1 rolequantitative protein analytical methods

Benefits

tuition waivers for employees and dependents

Role details

Hiring Department

: Oral Biology

Location

: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID

: 1043014

Posting Close Date

10/15/2026

Salary: The budgeted annual salary range for this position is $55000-$60000.

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 Postdoctoral Research Associate will carry out advanced research under the supervision of Dr. Ana Bedran-Russo in the Department of Oral Biology at the University of Illinois Chicago. The position focuses on interdisciplinary research centered on fundamental and translational studies on artificial and biological interfaces of mineralized dental tissues and bioinspired modulation strategies for the development of novel dental biomaterials. This position offers the opportunity to work in an environment that fosters research innovation and the career development of early career scientists.

Duties & Responsibilities

Carry out various experimental studies, becoming well-versed in multi-scale mechanical analytical methods, spectroscopic assays for biochemical characterizations, high-resolution imaging, and cell viability studies
Use of data management programs and perform data analysis
Prepare reports and peer review manuscripts
Mentoring and training of students
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD (or equivalent) in Biochemistry, Bioengineering, Material Sciences, Biomaterials or related field.
Excellent academic track records, including first-author publications in peer-reviewed journals
Demonstrated ability to effectively work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Must have excellent organizational and communication skills and a strong work ethic.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong background in one of the following areas: extracellular matrix biochemistry, biomechanics, mineralized tissue, and biomineralization.
Proficiency in quantitative protein analytical methods, atomic force microscopy, dynamic mechanical techniques, and ultrastructural imaging is preferable.
Individuals with a doctoral degree in dentistry (DDS, DMD, or equivalent), in addition to a PhD degree.

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