Postdoctoral Fellow
Texas Southern University

Job Info

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Security Sensitive Position?:

Yes

Hours of Work:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F

Posting Number:

TSU202936

Official TSU Title:

Postdoctoral Fellow

Grant Title:

Postdoctoral Fellow

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary:

Under direct supervision of the U54 grant PI, this postdoctoral fellow conducts biomedical/pharmaceutical sciences studies in the Center for Biomedical and Minority Health Research (CBMHR). Specifically, responsible for bioanalysis, drug characterization, imaging, cell handling, drug formulation, small animal studies, and data analysis; operating and maintaining instruments; providing service and technical support to internal and external users; providing direct support to the CBMHR leadership, faculty, users and staff members; submitting reports, publishing and presenting data, and applying for funding.

This is a Grant Funded position.

Essential Duties Summary:

• Responsible for operating, maintaining instruments, and in vivo studies, bioanalysis and formulation-related laboratory studies in the RCMI-CBMHR core facility.
• Conduct RCMI projects in laboratory activities including study design, execution of various experiments, data collection, data interpretation, laboratory supplies, and daily operations of the lab.
• Conduct in vitro characterization studies including physiochemical properties of drugs, dissolution, drug metabolism, and cellular permeation studies.
• Conduct in vivo studies including Pharmacokinetics and Pharmacodynamics on various animal models.
• Maintain all CBMHR instruments, develops and implements record-keeping systems on program participants, staff, equipment inventories and compliance activities. Provide direct support to the RCMI grant leadership, RCMI project faculty and professional staff members. Prepares facility activity reports and program status to the users, university and funding agency.
• Assist PIs in progress report of various projects and progress reports.
• Publish data, presents at conferences and seeks external funding.
• Train undergraduate and Graduate students in research skills.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

% FTE:

1.0

Hiring Range:

Commensurate with experience.

Education:

Doctoral degree in biomedical science-related field with experience in a biomedical or pharmaceutical research laboratory. A preferred candidate should have at least 3 co-authorships in peer-reviewed publications.

Required Licensing/Certification:

None Required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Biostatistical analysis supporting biomedical/pharmaceutical research.
• Technical and functional principles and procedures.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications.

Skill in:

• Detail oriented.
• Problem-solving and decision-making.
• Multitasking and time management.
• Writing documents.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Operating software.

Work Experience:

Experience with analytical instrumentation, formulation development and animal handling preferred.

Working/Environmental Conditions:

Work is performed within routine office environment with no exposure to hazardous or unpleasant conditions. Physical demands are usually limited to sitting or standing in one location much of the time. Some stooping, lifting or carrying objects of light weight may be required.

UA EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Open Until Filled (overrides close field) :

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Open to all applicants.

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