Postdoctoral Fellow, Spring 2024

Postdoctoral Fellow, Spring 2024
Location:
Rinker Campus (Irvine)-9401 Jeronimo Road, Irvine, CA 92618
Open Date:
Feb 5, 2024
Description:

The Department of Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Sciences within Chapman University's School of Pharmacy (CUSP) seeks highly motivated applicants for a Postdoctoral Fellow.   
Chapman University has gained national recognition for its commitment to excellence through innovative research and teaching. Located on the Chapman University Rinker Health Science Campus in Irvine, California, CUSP offers a professional PharmD program and MS and PhD programs in Pharmaceutical Sciences. The Biomedical & Pharmaceutical Sciences department currently employs 21 full-time faculty with research interests in drug discovery and development, pharmacology, structural biology, immunology, drug delivery, and pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics. Chapman University has made significant infrastructure investments to enhance biomedical and pharmaceutical research programs at the CUSP. The new facilities consist of state-of-the-art research laboratories, vivarium, core facilities, and equipment. More information about CUSP is available at http://www.chapman.edu/pharmacy.

Chapman University is a nationally-ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, three territories, and 78 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of Chapman, including CUSP, offer 65 bachelors, 53 master, and six doctoral programs, along with nearly 60 minors and 17 accelerated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by the more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows, National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners.

The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University is available at https://www.chapman.edu/diversity. 

Responsibilities

The Postdoctoral Fellow provides support to the Principal Investigator as accorded by the work agreement statement. The  Postdoctoral Fellow plans, designs, and conducts highly technical and complex research projects independently and in consultation with the supervisor.  This includes analysis of research data and providing interpretations, contributing to the  development of research documentation for publication and/or presentations as well as perparing technical reports, papers, graphs, and/or records.

Specific responsibilities include: 

Conduct research on the clinical development of novel anti-infective drugs with an emphasis on developing broad-spectrum antimicrobial, anti-fungal, and antiviral compounds, anticancer and drug delivery research.

Sign and execute research methodology to collect, analyze, evaluate and interpret data.

• Lead research and development projects from conception to execution, providing expert guidance and strategic direction to team members.
• Collaborate with other faculty with similar research interests on this topic.
• Prepare technical reports, papers, graphs and/or records.
• Apply rigorous statistical analysis to draw meaningful conclusions from research data.

Consult and assist Principal Investigator.

• Work alongside the Principal Investigator to determine the method, details, and means of performing the services.
• Furnish regular updates to the Principal Investigator.

Laboratory

• Ensure the facility is well equipped with all necessary tools to conduct research.
• Place request orders for equipment from Chapman University.
• Use equipment and laboratory space accordingly to work contract.

Contribute to the development of research documentation for publication and/or presentation.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required

• Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry, Medicinal Chemistry, biochemistry, or relevant field of research must be conferred prior to the start of employment
• At least two years of teaching or research after getting a Ph.D. in scientific research, with a proven track record of leading successful research projects.
• Extensive knowledge of the latest advancements and trends in drug development and the ability to apply this knowledge to practical challenges
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a deep understanding of statistical methods and experimental design.
• Knowledge of research and experimental methods as issued by Institutional Research Boards.
• Ability to operate laboratory equipment and maintain a safe working environment.
• Ability to conduct research in a timely manner and document all data.
• Strong writing skills and computational knowledge.
• Ability to work alone and/or with student (or laboratory) assistants.
• Ability to collaborate with Principal Investigator and other faculty before and during research.

Desired

• Proficiency in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry is highly desirable.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants should electronically submit the following :

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Three references with contact information should be uploaded 

For all inquiries please contact Dr. Parang, Keykavous parang@chapman.edu.  Please use "Post Doc Position" as the email subject line. 

Application reviews will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary is competitive and will be commensurate with experience. This position is contingent on final budget approval.  Successful completion of a background check is required for the final candidate.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.

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