Job Description

The Department of Pharmacology and Physiology at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry invites applications for a non-tenure-track faculty position at the Research Assistant Professor rank.

Opportunity Highlights

• The new faculty member will be expected to help train undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate members of the Orlandi lab in molecular biology, GPCR signaling, drug screening, and high-resolution imaging.

• The individual is expected to develop an independent research program using existing resources from Dr. Cesare Orlandi’s research program.

• Dr. Orlandi’s research programs use pharmacological and physiological approaches to address significant unresolved problems in health and disease.

• Applicant with research interest in all the areas in molecular biology, neuropharmacology, GPCR signaling, and high-resolution imaging are encouraged to apply.

Job Highlights

• Seeking a creative, enthusiastic and motivated scientist with clear potential to develop an independent and extramurally funded research program.

• Person is expected to pursue extramural funding as a PI to support their independent research program.

• Candidates with expertise in molecular biology, GPCR signaling, neuropharmacology, and high-resolution imaging are of particular interest.

• Candidate will synergize with the members of the Orlandi lab, which is housed in the highly collaborative environment of the Department.

• The successful applicant will receive laboratory space within the Orlandi lab and will have access to a wide range of equipment and state-of-the-art core facilities

Qualifications

• A PhD degree in pharmacology, biology, biotechnology, or similar fields is necessary
• Minimum of 2 years experience in developing and applying cell-based assays applied to GPCR signaling.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a lab with a diverse group of members.
• Skilled in organizing resources and establishing priorities is strongly preferred

Application Instructions

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The reference pay range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the base range of compensation for this faculty position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job's salary range and established based on (but not limited to) market data, experience, and expertise of the individual, and with consideration to related position's salaries.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

EOE, including disability/protected veterans

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