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Posted: 01-Apr-23
Location: Davis, California
Type: Full-time
Salary: Open
Internal Number: 4060508
Director of Pharmacology
Position Overview:
A reasonable estimate for this position is $83,300-$221,800.
The Institute of Psychedelics and Neurotherapeutics (IPN) at the University of California, Davis, is seeking a Director of Pharmacology to join our team. This position will be housed in the in the Department of Physiology and Membrane Biology in the School of Medicine and will be in the Professional Researcher series (Academic Federation) with rank and salary commensurate with experience.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES
The Professional Researcher develops and oversees their own independent, creative, and high-quality research program equivalent to that required for the Professor series. The Professional Researcher takes major responsibility and leadership for their programs. Generally, the appointee is expected to secure funding as a Principal Investigator, but may be funded as a co-PI within a large center or collaborative program grant on which many independent investigators are working, as long as it is clear that the activities led by the professional researcher within the larger project constitute his/her own independent research program. Appointees do not have teaching responsibilities. University and Public Service are expected at the Associate/Full ranks (e.g. committee service, guest lecturing, public outreach, managing departmental facilities, involvement in government and/or professional society committees, etc.)
Successful candidates are expected to participate in three major categories as listed below.:
RESEARCH (90% EFFORT)
- Work with the institute's director and associate director to achieve the goals of the IPN and build a highly visible, world-class research program in neuropharmacology and CNS therapeutic development
- Serve as the leader of the pre-clinical pharmacology team within the IPN
- Work with the Director of Medicinal Chemistry to identify lead candidates for a variety of indications
- Collaborate with IPN affiliated principal investigators and their trainees
- Oversee multiple concurrent research programs, both internal projects and collaborative projects with external academic and industrial partners.
- Manage the design, planning, execution, and analysis of in vitro and in vivo assays and train staff to reliably perform these assays
- Development and implementation of high-throughput assays as needed
- Lead the progression of molecules from lead to therapeutic candidate through pharmacokinetic, pharmacodynamic, and toxicological assessments.
- Maintain equipment necessary for the in vitro and in vivo evaluation of compounds
- Work with the Director of Medicinal Chemistry to maintain a proprietary UC Davis compound library and associated databases
- Oversee the safety of IPN laboratories
- Supervision and mentoring of the staff and trainees within the IPN pharmacology team
- Develop new research projects and play a major role in writing grant proposals and securing funding from federal, state, private, and industrial sources
- Publish research results in high impact peer-reviewed journals
- Work with UC Davis Innovation Access and attorneys to file patents to protect UC Davis intellectual property
- Help initiate, evaluate, and implement IPN pilot grants
- Prepare reports and manage data rooms during diligence with potential industrial partners interested in licensing IPN technology
- Other activities may include obtaining and maintaining appropriate laboratory and safety protocols, managing project budgets, supervising employees, writing and submitting progress reports to funding agencies, presenting at conferences, participation in professional societies, and reviewing grants and manuscripts.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCE AND ACTIVITY (5% EFFORT)
The candidate will participate in professional societies and conferences appropriate to their specific field and will serve as a reviewer of research proposals and scientific publications as appropriate. The candidate will attend seminars to present research results and give research presentations at national and international scientific meetings.
UNIVERSITY AND PUBLIC SERVICE (5% EFFORT)
The candidate will engage in University service activities such as guest lecturing and committee service. The candidate will also engage in public outreach and activities that include presenting scientific research results to the general public and providing relevant advice to individuals or public agencies.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: (required at the time of application)
- Ph.D. in pharmacology, neuroscience, physiology, or related field
- Have a minimum of 5 years of academic and/or industry experience beyond the Ph.D.
- Outstanding background in assay development/implementation for common targets such as GPCRs, ion channels, and kinases
- Have a demonstrated track record of leading key aspects of drug development programs with a deep understanding of the underlying science.
- Demonstrated strong organizational skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- An outstanding record of leadership or potential for leadership in research
- Evidence of research or creative activities of high quality, innovation, and significance
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: (required at time of application)
- Industrial experience developing small molecule therapeutics
- Experience performing IND-enabling studies
- Expertise in the development of therapeutics for central nervous system disorders
TO APPLY:
To apply, please go to the following link: [https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF05613]. This position will remain open until filled.
Qualified applicants should submit:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
- Statement of Research (Optional)
- Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - Contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit [https://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/faculty-equity-and-inclusion] for guidelines about writing a statement and why one is requested.
- References: 3-5 required (contact information only)
To apply, visit https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF05613
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About University of California Davis
UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.
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