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Job Summary:

 The Division of Allergy and Immunology in the Department of Medicine at Feinberg School of Medicine is seeking a Research Associate to join our Division. The Division is led by immunologist Dr. Stephanie Eisenbarth, MD, PhD, and houses 17 clinical and research faculty members. Primary responsibilities include preparation of proposals and grant applications, researching, identifying, developing and responding to public and private grant opportunities in areas that support Allergy and Immunology programs, drafting annual updates to funded programs, and preparation and editing of scientific manuscripts. These responsibilities will be conducted with research faculty, administration and the Chief of the Division. Therefore strong interpersonal and communication skills are necessary for this position.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Generates high-quality proposals, narratives, applications and supporting documents in response to solicitations consistent with all policies and procedures of Northwestern University, and the requirements and guidelines of the funding agencies in collaboration with divisional research faculty
• Researches and identifies new government, corporate, foundation and private funding prospects to match

Divisional priorities

• Drafting and editing annual updates to funded programs with divisional research faculty
• Drafting and editing intellectual property submissions and invention disclosures with divisional research faculty
• Help advance the social media presence and media announcements/coverage of the division
• Works with faculty to research, develop, write and submit letters of inquiry, concept papers and grant proposals including training grants, research grants, and industry partnership proposals
• Works with divisional research faculty to write and edit letters of support and recommendation and submission of career awards
• Develop and edit submissions for philanthropic support of institutional initiatives by faculty
• Manuscript preparation and editing in collaboration with divisional research faculty
• Meets regularly with faculty to discuss current and new funding needs
• Other duties as assigned
• Position will report to the Chief of the Division of Allergy and Immunology and will be welcome to join immunology scientific conferences/meetings at Northwestern.

Minimum Qualifications:

• MD, PhD, or equivalent degree
• Prior experience with grant and manuscript writing and editing, statistical analysis, public communication
• Ideal candidates will have work experience as editors at a peer-reviewed immunology journal

Minimum Competencies:

• Must be able to collaborate with faculty on writing projects and have strong relationship-building skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Background in science with immunology expertise
• The ability to think logically, understand complex ideas, and critically assess data and concepts
• Good organizational and time and project management skills
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Resilience, flexibility, persistence, and self-motivation
• A sound understanding of standard computer programs

This position is located at Northwestern University Chicago Campus that offers a hybrid schedule. To apply, please include CV and a cover letter detailing relevant experience and interest to Allergy-Administration@northwestern.edu.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, underrepresented racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States.