Research Assistant Professor, Pharmacology

Commonwealth of VA Careers; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Virginia's Department of Pharmacology seeks an Assistant Professor on the Research Support Track (tenure-ineligible). The successful candidate will develop a research program focusing on regulation of gene expression by insulin and innate immune signaling, and will employ methods such as ChIP, CUT&RUN, or similar approaches to map transcription factor binding sites.

Applicants should have a PhD and/or MD with 5-7 years of relevant research experience, and a demonstrated ability

Qualifications

• PhD and/or MD degree(s) with 5-7 years relevant research experience by the start date.
• Experience developing and using relevant experimental approaches and instructing others in their application.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for scientific research and ability to work in team settings; contribute to manuscripts and grants.

Responsibilities

• Develop a research program in regulation of gene expression by insulin and innate immune signaling pathways.
• Identify direct target genes of transcription factors in these pathways.
• Lead independent projects and develop new experimental systems; collaborate with faculty and trainees.

Skills

Molecular biology

Gene expression analysis

ChIP

CUT&RUN

Education

PhD and/or MD

Tools

ChIP

CUT&RUN

Job description

The Department of Pharmacology at the University of Virginia seeks to fill an Assistant Professor position on the Research Support Track. This position is tenure-ineligible.

The focus of this position is to develop a research program in regulation of gene expression by insulin and innate immune signaling pathways, with an emphasis on identifying direct target genes of transcription factors acting in these pathways. The successful applicant will have experience in molecular biology, methods to study gene expression, and methods including ChIP, CUT&RUN, or similar to identify transcription factor binding sites. Experience in at least one of these areas is preferred: Drosophila genetics, immunology, endocrinology, and/or metabolism. The successful applicant will develop new experimental systems and work collaboratively with faculty and other trainees.

Qualifications

Applicants must have PhD and/or MD degree(s) with 5-7 years relevant research experience by the start date. They will have experience in developing and using relevant experimental approaches and instructing others in their application. The qualified candidates are expected to have genuine enthusiasm for scientific research, an inclination to work productively in teams, and deep knowledge of literature in their field. The qualified individual is also expected to contribute to the writing of manuscripts and grants, and to develop and lead an independent research project that thematically fits the overall scope of the laboratory.

Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment.

For questions about this faculty position, please contact Dr. Michelle Bland, Associate Professor of Pharmacology at [e-mail].

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.

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