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Postdoctoral Scholar - Drug Delivery
Position overview
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Application Window
Open date: July 22, 2024
Most recent review date: Wednesday, Aug 21, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications received after this date will be reviewed by the search committee if the position has not yet been filled.
Final date: Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.
Position description
The Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of California, Irvine invites highly motivated applicants for a postdoctoral scholar position (Level 0) in the Wang lab. The overall goal of this project is to investigate and develop biomaterials for drug delivery to the central nervous system (CNS).
The ideal applicant should have experience in the following areas:
- protein expression, purification, and functionalization
- nanomaterials synthesis and characterization
- formulation of small molecule drugs and biotherapeutics
- in vitro cellular assays to evaluate drug and nanoparticle transport to cells
- in vivo drug biodistribution, with an emphasis on tissues in the CNS
Good organization, communication, and ability to work in an interdisciplinary team setting are essential. At time of hire, candidates should have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or other relevant field.
Qualifications
At time of hire, candidates should have a Ph.D. in chemical engineering, biomedical engineering, or other relevant field.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Cover Letter
Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form - All applicants of academic positions at the University of California, Irvine must download, complete, sign, and upload the following form with their application: Sexual Misconduct, Harassment and Discrimination Declaration Form
- 3 required (contact information only)
About UC Irvine
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC anti-discrimination policy.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.