Postdoctoral Research Associate
Pharmacokinetics Research Laboratory
College of Pharmacy, University of Rhode Island
Pharmacokinetics Research Laboratory within the Department of Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences, University of Rhode Island invites applications for up to 2 postdoctoral research associates. The laboratory is supported by various grants from the National Institutes of Health is located in a brand-new, state-of-the-art research facility.
Major emphasis of the laboratory includes understanding the effect of disease state on drug disposition and action. The research will involve characterization of expression and regulation of drug metabolizing enzymes in diabetes as well as clinical pharmacokinetics studies. Training in PKPD modeling will be provided to suitable candidates. Successful applicant will conduct basic and translational research, attend seminars, teach students, review and write research proposals and compose manuscripts for publication.
Highly motivated individuals with exceptional record of academic achievement and a PhD in pharmacology, drug metabolism, mass spectrometry, pharmaceutical sciences and toxicology, are encouraged to apply. Experience with genomic or proteomic methods and drug metabolism studies are desirable.
Competitive candidates are expected to have excellent oral and written communication skills, and a strong record of peer reviewed publications. The position is available immediately until a suitable candidate is found. The University of Rhode Island is an AA/EEOD employer and values diversity.
For further information, please contact:
Fatemeh Akhlaghi, PharmD, PhD
Professor
Biomedical and Pharmaceutical Sciences
University of Rhode Island
495A College of pharmacy
7 Greenhouse Road
Kingston, RI 02881
USA
Phone: (401) 874 9205
Fax: (401) 874 5787
Laboratory Website: http://www.uri.edu/pharmacy/faculty/aps/akhlaghi/
Email: uripkpostdoc@gmail.com