50% - Designing and execution of experiments

• These duties include carrying out original research relative to the mission of the center. The center is focused on the development of pharmaceutical formulations of biopharmaceuticals and vaccines. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to perform experiments on an individual basis that pertain to current research topics in the center including analytical characterization, stabilization, formulation and delivery of a wide variety of macromolecules used as biopharmaceutical drugs and vaccines including peptides, proteins, nucleic acids, virus-like particles, live attenuated viruses and bacterial cells.

20% - Write reports and papers

• These duties include writing technical reports for the industrial clients, standard operating procedures of new and unique laboratory equipment and writing scientific papers for peer reviewed journals.

15% - Assist other center members with experiments

• Trains other staff in the use of specialized equipment as well coordinates the maintenance of laboratory equipment. Equipment includes CD, fluorescence, FT-IR, light scattering calorimetric techniques, HPLC, gel and capillary electrophoresis, LC-MS and other biophysical and biochemical techniques

15% - Routine lab management

• These duties include but are not limited ensuring systems are in place for efficient planning of lab supplies, management of laboratory records and documents as well as experimental protocols and data, and coordination of good lab practices and lab safety.

• PhD in the area of pharmaceutics, biochemistry, biophysics, chemistry, or a related field.
• Excellent written communication skills as demonstrated in application materials and publications.

NOTE: This is a limited term position. To be appointed at the Postdoctoral Researcher title, it is necessary to have the PhD in hand. Appointments made without a diploma or certified transcript indicating an earned doctorate are conditional hires and are appointed on an acting bases not to exceed six months. Upon verification of degree the appointment will be extended to its full duration.

• Experience in protein biochemistry.
• Experience and design of relevant experiments using biophysical techniques such as CD, fluorescence, DSC and light scattering.
• Experience in high throughput excipient screening for biopharmaceuticals.
• Experience with HPLC, gel and capillary electrophoresis, LC-MS and peptide mapping.
• Knowledge of cell and molecular biology.
• Publications in the areas of pharmaceutical sciences, biochemistry, virology and/or cell biology.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully as part of the collaborative research effort.

In addition to the online application, the following documents are required to be considered for this position:

• A cover letter addressing how required and preferred qualifications are met.
• Resume or curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references.

Application review will begin on 11/28/2022 and continue until a successful applicant has been identified. To ensure first consideration, apply by 11/27/2022.