Post-Doctoral Associate
Job Description
Position Number:
130014Title:
Post-Doctoral AssociateFunctional Title:
Post-Doctoral AssociateCategory Status:
15-Fac.Non-Tenured,Continuing ConApplicant Search Category:
FacultyUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
CMNS-IBBRCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify someone from employment. Prior to any adverse decision, finalists have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding the background check.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
The University reserves the right to rescind offers of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Offers are contingent on providing proof of employment eligibility in the United States no more than 3 days after the initial start date. If this proof is not provided within this timeframe, the offer may be rescinded or employment terminated.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
Work on a project focused on the development of advanced multifunctional nanoparticulate systems for use in vaccine and drug delivery applications. The successful candidate is expected to design, synthesize, formulate, and characterize biodegradable synthetic macromolecules, summarize and interpret analytical data, develop methods relevant to interactions of these systems with therapeutic cargo, as well as biological targets, contribute to the structure-activity relationship analysis and interpretation of in vitro and in vivo biological performance, work with internal and external teams to expeditiously optimize formulations for further in vivo evaluation, and generate research reports and presentations for both internal and external use. Duties also include management of daily functions of the laboratory, including maintenance of common stocks of materials and reagents and maintenance of laboratory equipment.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- A Ph.D. in synthetic organic or polymer science, or related field.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must have at least two years of postdoctoral experience
- Possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute in a multidisciplinary team setting
- Excellent oral and written communication skills; the ability to follow safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment.
- Hands-on experience in the synthetic chemistry.
- Knowledge of basic physico-chemical characterization methods, such as NMR, HPLC, and DLS.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Experience with multi-step organic synthesis is highly desirable;
- Experience in one or more of the following technical areas is desirable: biodegradable synthetic polymers, nanoparticulate drug delivery systems, protein encapsulation, controlled release applications.
Additional Information:
Salary range $62,000-$64,000.
Posting Date:
10/10/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
10/24/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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