Postdoctoral Associate, Pharmacy
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Postdoctoral Associate, Pharmacy

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Posted:
February 17, 2021
Location:
Buffalo, New York
Salary:
Open

Position Title: Postdoctoral Associate, Pharmacy

Posting Number: R2100019

Employer: Research Foundation

Salary Range: $40,000 - $55,000

FTE: 1.00

Position Summary:

The School of Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences is looking for an eager and enthusiastic Postdoctoral Associate with a background in microbiology and clinical-translational science. Our lab is a clinical-translational infectious diseases lab working to combat extensively and pan-resistant bacterial superbugs through use of traditional 'wet bench' science, mathematical models, and human data. We are committed to the development of our team members through training, opportunities for authorship at international conferences and highly impactful journals, and other research opportunities. In addition, we work in a highly collaborative environment working on clinical studies implementing key PK/PD methods for the treatment, prevention, and hopeful cure of HIV.

Applicants should be self-motivated and enjoy working in a fast, high throughput laboratory. Experience with designing, executing, and analyzing in vitro or in vivo models of bacterial infection models is preferred. Individuals with experience with both viral and bacterial methodologies will be strongly considered, especially experience with bacteriophages. Experience with flow cytometry or LC-MS/MS is a plus, but not required. Additionally, experience with (or a willingness to learn) PK/PD analytical methodologies will be an asset.

Job Duties:

  • Independent design and experimentation of microbiologic experiments including electron microscopy, flow cytometry and molecular biology /genomic experiments.
  • Microbiologic Analysis. Analyze changes in susceptibility, biofilm assays, population analysis profiling, resistance testing will be performed. Maintenance of cultures, sub-culturing bacteria will also be performed.
  • In Vitro Model Experiments of Bacterial Infection. Setup, daily sampling, and maintenance of these in vitro models is necessary. Responsible for appropriate long-term viability and sterility of in vitro models. Media preparation, and antimicrobial stock solution preparation will also be performed.
  • Other Duties. Manuscript writing and grant preparation involvement.

    Outstanding Benefits Package
    Working at UB comes with benefits that exceed salary alone. There are personal rewards including comprehensive health and retirement plan options. We also focus on creating and sustaining a healthy mix of work, personal and academic pursuit – all in an effort to support your work-life effectiveness. Visit our benefits website to learn about our benefit packages.

    About UB
    The University at Buffalo is SUNY's most comprehensive public research university, and an outstanding place to work. UB amplifies ambition for faculty and staff by offering endless possibilities to achieve more. Here, people from all backgrounds and cultures challenge and inspire each other to discover, learn and succeed. Dedicated staff and engaged faculty collaborate to further knowledge and understanding, and develop tenacious graduates who are valued for their talents and their impact on global society. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo.

    As an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer, the Research Foundation will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin and veteran or disability status.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    PharmD (with strong research experience), MD (with strong research experience), or PhD (in pharmaceutical sciences, microbiology, molecular biology, engineering, or related fields)

    Preferred Qualifications:

    Strong writing ability, handling and quantifying bacteriophages and bacteria, and experience with flow cytometry or LC-MS or microscopy or mathematical modeling.

    Deadline for Applicants: Open Until Filled

    Quicklink for Posting: 27592

    • Internal Number: 27592
    About University at Buffalo
    The University at Buffalo is SUNY’s most comprehensive public research university, and an outstanding place to work. UB amplifies ambition for faculty and staff by offering endless possibilities to achieve more. Here, people from all backgrounds and cultures challenge and inspire each other to discover, learn and succeed. Dedicated staff and engaged faculty collaborate to further knowl¬edge and understanding, and develop tenacious graduates who are valued for their talents and their impact on global society.
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