Postdoctoral Research Associate
Center for Pharmacometrics and Systems Pharmacology, Department of
Pharmaceutics, College of Pharmacy, University of Florida, Orlando (Lake Nona
Medical City), Florida, USA
* Job Function: Postdoctoral Research Associate Positions in
Quantitative Health Sciences
* Setting: College/University/Medical City Campus
* Location: Orlando (Lake Nona Medical City), Florida, United States
* Job Type: Full-Time
* Minimum Education: Ph.D. or equivalent degree in quantitative sciences
including Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics and Systems Biology/ Pharmacology
JOB DESCRIPTION
There are two 2-year postdoctoral appointments available for scientists who
intend to further their training for a career in drug development, academia or
regulatory science. The successful applicants will have access to imaging data
in order to learn how to apply and become proficient in using population-based
disease progression modeling, Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning (AI/ML),
and computer simulation approaches to solve drug development and regulatory
problems such as optimal clinical trial design and biomarker qualification.
Depending on the availability of projects and interests of the applicant, he or
she will also learn how to effectively use population
pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic (PK/PD) models and physiologically based PK/PD
models to design clinical trials, understand the pharmacological mechanisms of
drug action, explore covariate effects on PK and PD and determine the influence
of genetic factors on drug dosing.
Postdoctoral research associates will engage in a combination of duties that
will include research projects, graduate student mentoring, grant writing and
classroom teaching experiences. It is expected that fellows attend and present
at professional meetings, participate in workshops and seminars and prepare at
least 3-4 peer-reviewed publications to build a foundation for personal career
achievements. In addition to the scientific and clinical duties, fellows are
given the opportunity to grow their "soft skills", such as oral communication,
presentation skills and working on multi-disciplinary teams.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred qualifications for the position are a doctoral (Ph.D. or equivalent)
degree in quantitative sciences including Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics
and Systems Biology as well as knowledge of, or experience in, therapeutics in
one or more disease areas with an interest in pursuing a career in Quantitative
Health Sciences, Pharmacometrics and/or Systems Pharmacology. The ideal
candidate should possess strong programming skills, excellent written and
verbal communication, good organizational abilities, and team work. Hands-on
knowledge in using software platforms such as R, Python, MATLAB, NONMEM,
Monolix, or other software/scripting languages is required. A background and
understanding of basic pharmacology, pharmacometrics and/or systems
biology/pharmacology is preferred. Prior knowledge in AI/ML, computer vision,
and/or image analysis is desired. The candidate must be self-directed and
self-motivated.
INSTRUCTIONS
Please apply online
https://facultyjobs.hr.ufl.edu/posting/90644
or feel free to contact Dr. Sarah Kim at
[email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>. (Please reference "Postdoc
Application: Your Name" in the subject line)
For full consideration, applications should include:
1. Cover letter, including summary statement of research interests
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Contact information of three references
Applications will be reviewed immediately, and the position will remain open
until filled. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be
received by Monday, August 16, 2021.
The final candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the
hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if
a designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an
education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated
by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National
Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at
http://www.naces.org/.
Final candidate will be required to provide official transcript to the hiring
department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered "official" if a
designation of "Issued to Student" is visible. Degrees earned from an
education institution outside of the United States are required to be evaluated
by a professional credentialing service provider approved by National
Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at
http://www.naces.org/.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity institution dedicated to
building a broadly diverse and inclusive faculty and staff.
The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an
accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please
call 352/392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800/955-8771 (TDD). Hiring is
contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in
accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.
Sarah Kim, Ph.D.
Assistant Professor
Center for Pharmacometrics & Systems Pharmacology
Department of Pharmaceutics
College of Pharmacy | University of Florida (Lake Nona)
6550 Sanger Road, Office 471, Orlando, FL 32827
(407) 313-7044 | [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]>