Postdoctoral Research Associate

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Current employees must apply internally via connectU > connectu.olemiss.edu

Position Description

The University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy, Department of BioMolecular Sciences is searching for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the field of Molecular Toxicology for a position that is available immediately. 

The University of Mississippi is located in Oxford, MS, which is commonly rated among the top college towns in the country. The School of Pharmacy is ranked in the top twenty-five nationally for research funding, and is home to the National Center for Natural Products Research and the Center of Research Excellence in Natural Products Neuroscience.

Position Details

The successful candidate will join an active NIH¬ funded research program coupling developmental and molecular toxicology. The overall goal of this project is to understand the persistent developmental deficits following cannabinoid exposure. Specifically, we will establish mechanistic relationships between altered gene and protein expression in the brain to altered neuroinflammation and behavior. The candidate will use zebrafish as the animal model to define for cannabinoid exposure: the most sensitive developmental exposure windows; and the dose- and sex-dependence of adverse outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Toxicology/Pharmacology or a related field is required by the time of the appointment. A strong research background with multiple quality publications is required. Candidates should have experience in transcriptomic analysis and conducting dose-dependent toxicity assays.

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

Application Procedures

Applications must be submitted online at https://careers.olemiss.edu/.  Applicants should provide a cover letter outlining qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, and the name and contact information of three references.

Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.

About the University of MS & Oxford, MS

Founded in 1848, the University of Mississippi (UM), affectionately known to alumni, students and friends as Ole Miss, is Mississippi's flagship university. Included in the elite group of R-1: Doctoral Universities - Highest Research Activity by the Carnegie Classification, it has a long history of producing leaders in public service, academics and business. The University of Mississippi, consistently named by The Chronicle of Higher Education as a “Great College to Work For,” is located in Oxford, MS, which is ranked one of the “Top 10 Best College Towns.” With more than 24,000 students, UM is the state's largest university and is ranked among the nation's fastest-growing institutions. The University of Mississippi, which has aggressively implemented many health and wellness initiatives for its more than 2,900 employees, has consistently been named one of Mississippi’s Healthiest Workplaces.

Touted as the “Cultural Mecca of the South”, creativity abounds in Oxford as musicians, artists and writers alike find inspiration in Oxford’s rich history, small town charm and creative community. Oxford is a one-hour drive south of Memphis, TN and is known as the home of Nobel Prize winning author William Faulkner. Over the years Oxford has also been known for offering exceptional culinary experiences and as the home of the University of Mississippi and the Ole Miss Rebels, there is always something here to immerse yourself in. Oxford has also been featured as a literary and arts destination in such publications as The New York Times, Southern Living, Condé Nast Traveler, and GQ. Among other cultural activities, annual events include the Oxford Film Festival, a thriving local music scene, and the Ford Center Performing Arts Series. Oxford is a vibrant university town, filled with unique shops and galleries, eclectic restaurants and clubs, historic landmarks, and comfortable inns.

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EEO Statement

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