Jobs

The Pharmacogenetics of Anticancer Agents Research (PAAR) Group is actively engaged in the discovery of molecular genetic variation contributing to variation in response to anticancer agents. As part of the NIH Pharmacogenetic Research Network, investigators at the University of Chicago, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis and the University of Pittsburgh are investigating polymorphisms contributing to interindividual differences in metabolism, transport, and pharmacodynamics of cancer chemotherapeutic agents.

The University of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Current Positions Available:

The University at Chicago

Postdoctoral Scholar - Pharmacogenetics

Qualified applicants must hold a PhD in an appropriate field (e.g., Statistical Genetics, Human Genetics, Genomics) or related fields with less than 3 years postdoctoral training. This position requires experience with applying computational approaches to analyze high-throughput and large-scale datasets including DNA sequences (e.g., next-generation sequencing platforms), whole genome gene expression, or other genome-wide genotypic data. The post-doctoral fellow will have a strong interest in: GWAS, gene expression analysis or miRNA analysis, eQTL analysis, copy number variation, gene-gene and gene-environment interactions, functional validation of SNPs, and epigenetic effects. The position will be in Dr. Federico Innocenti’s laboratory and part of ( Pharmacogenetics (PAAR) ).

Please send cv to Jacqueline Ramirez (jramirez@medicine.bsd.uchicago.edu). The University of Chicago offers equal opportunities in employment to all employees and job seekers. No person shall be discriminated against regarding employment because of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, national origin, parental status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, source of income, or veteran status. This policy includes the commitment to maintaining a work environment free from unlawful harassment. The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer.

For more information, please visit the website of the Department of Medicine.

Postdoctoral Scholar - Pharmacogenetics

A Postdoctoral position is available immediately in the Department of Medicine at the University of Chicago to study the function of genes and polymorphisms involved in pharmacogenetics and complex diseases.

Position requires a Ph.D. with strong background in molecular genetics and/or biochemistry. Candidates must have experience in molecular and biochemical techniques such as gene cloning, cell culture, real-time PCR, sequencing and genotyping, protein expression, gel shift assays, DNA/RNA purification, PCR and RT-PCR. Ability to work with human cancer cell lines and tissue samples is desirable. Publications in peer reviewed journals are a prerequisite. Successful applicants are expected to work independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Candidates must have no more than 3 years prior post-doctoral training to be considered. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience.

The postdoctoral fellow will be part of a multi-institutional research group ( Pharmacogenetics (PAAR) ) which involves frequent interactions with a broad range of scientists with expertise in human genetics, bioinformatics, clinical and molecular pharmacology.

Applicants should send curriculum vitae, one-page letter describing their prior research experience, current interests and goals, and should provide names and contact information of three references to:

Wanqing Liu, PhD
Department of Medicine
MC2115
5841 S. Maryland Ave.
Chicago, IL 60637
Email: wliu@medicine.bsd.uchicago.edu

Fax: 773-702-2770
Phone: 773-702-6297

For more information, please visit the website of the Department of Medicine.

Post-doctoral Scholar - Pharmacogenomics

Qualified applicant must hold a PhD in an appropriate field (e.g., Molecular Biology, Statistical Genetics, Human Genetics, Genomics) or related fields with less than 3 years postdoctoral training. Position requires experience with applying computational approaches to analyze high-throughput and large-scale datasets including DNA sequences (e.g., next-generation sequencing platforms), whole genome gene expression, or other genotypic data. The post-doctoral fellow will have a strong interest in: GWAS, gene expression analysis or miRNA analysis to identify drug response-correlated genetic variants/genes, the effects of copy number variants on drug response, the effects of gene-gene and gene-environment interactions on drug response and/or the relationship between epigenetic changes and drug response.

Applicants should send curriculum vitae, one-page letter describing their prior research experience, current interests and goals, and should provide names and contact information of three references to:

Shannon Delaney
Department of Medicine
MC2115
5841 S. Maryland Ave.
Chicago, IL 60637
Email: sdelaney@medicine.bsd.uchicago.edu

Fax: 773-702-2770
Phone: 773-702-1236

Post-doctoral Scholar - Pharmacogenomics

Qualified applicant must hold a PhD in an appropriate field (e.g., Molecular Biology, Statistical Genetics, Human Genetics, Genomics) or related fields with less than 3 years postdoctoral training. Position requires an individual with molecular biology experience to perform functional studies. This individual should have molecular biology experience particularly with miRNA, siRNA, real-time PCR, promoter assays and/or site-directed mutagenesis. The position will be in Dr. M. Eileen Dolan's laboratory and part of Pharmacogenetics (PAAR)

Applicants should send curriculum vitae, one-page letter describing their prior research experience, current interests and goals, and should provide names and contact information of three references to:

Shannon Delaney
Department of Medicine
MC2115
5841 S. Maryland Ave.
Chicago, IL 60637
Email: sdelaney@medicine.bsd.uchicago.edu

Fax: 773-702-2770
Phone: 773-702-1236

The University at Buffalo

Postdoctoral Scholar - pharmacogenetics

A Postdoctoral position is available for a highly motivated individual to study pharmacogenetics of human reductases with emphasis in anticancer drug metabolism, transcriptional regulation and protein function. Position requires a Ph.D. with strong background in molecular biology, biochemistry and/or pharmacology. Candidates must have experience in molecular and biochemical techniques such as gene cloning, gene expression, mutagenesis, protein expression, gel shift assays, DNA/RNA purification, PCR, and bioinformatics. Ability to work with human tissue samples is desirable. Publications in peer reviewed journals are a prerequisite. Successful applicants are expected to work independently. Strong verbal and written communication skills are required. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience.

Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and the names of two references to:

Dr. Javier G. Blanco
Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences
University at Buffalo
545 Cooke Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260-1200
Phone: 716-645-2842 ext 545
Email: jgblanco@buffalo.edu.

For more information, please visit the website of the School of Pharmacy.