Postdoctoral Research Associate - Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition
Hiring Department: Department of Kinesiology and Nutrition
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1041456
Posting Close Date: August 10, 2026
Salary: The budgeted salary range for the position is $63,480.00 to $77,076.
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 Kinesiology and Nutrition at the University of Illinois at Chicago seeks a full-time postdoctoral research associate for a study called "Physical Activity Timing in Relation to Glycemic Control for Night Workers Versus Day Workers." This position is offered under the supervision of Dr. Paul Hibbing. The postdoctoral research associate will be trained in continuous monitoring of physical activity and interstitial glucose, including data science innovations to bring the two practices more closely together.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Study coordination, including logistics (scheduling, purchasing, inventory, etc.), recruitment, enrollment, data collection, and data management.
- Optimizing the study protocol and internal procedures.
- Overseeing compliance and regulatory documentation.
- Monitoring participants throughout the remotely-delivered, observational protocol.
- Reporting on study progress at regular intervals.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in kinesiology, health behavior/promotion, or related field
Minimum of one year of relevant research experience
Application Information
For additional information, contact Dr. Paul Hibbing at [email protected].
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