Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Primary Purpose: The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy at the University of Pacific has an immediate opening for a postdoctoral research fellow for a period of up to 2 years from hire in the laboratory of Dr. Mamoun Alhamadsheh. The fellow will be focused on developing the research program of the Alhamadsheh's lab funded by a research grant from NIH awarded to Dr. Mamoun Alhamadsheh.

Essential Functions: The position must exercise:

• Developing new synthetic organic chemistry routes for drug targeting and delivery.
• Performing in vitro and in vivo pharmacokinetic studies on drug conjugates.
• Proficiency in analytical chemistry methods (HPLC and LCMS).

The mission of the Thomas J. Long School of Pharmacy (the School) is to prepare students for lifelong success in health careers by providing an excellent, student-centered learning environment. We aspire to develop leadership skills in our students and a strong commitment to their professions, to interprofessional collaboration, and to society. These efforts are assisted by linkages across the University of the Pacific (the University) professional and liberal arts programs. We support outstanding professional and graduate teaching, research and other scholarly activity, and services as a means of achieving our mission.

University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Received a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Chemical Biology within the past two (2) years.
• Three (3) years of experience in synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, and pharmacokinetic studies.
• One or more (1+) peer-reviewed publications as first or senior author in an internationally recognized journal.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in analytical chemistry methods (HPLC and LCMS).
• Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
• Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
• Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.

Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work is performed in a Standard Physical Laboratory environment.

No Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Hiring Range: $68,640 per year. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Background Check Statement: All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.

AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.

To apply, visit https://pacific.peopleadmin.com/postings/31030