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Postdoctoral Research Associate - Pharmacy & Pharmaceutical Sciences
Location:
Memphis
Description:
A postdoctoral research fellowship is available in the laboratory of Dr. Jeffrey M. Rybak in the Department of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. The long-term goal of the Rybak lab is to advance the treatment of children with invasive fungal infections by developing new therapeutic strategies to overcome difficult-to-treat fungal pathogens.Research in the Rybak lab broadly has three areas of emphasis:•tDeveloping and refining molecular and genetic tools for difficult-to-treat and currently understudied fungal pathogens such as Candida auris and Mucoralean molds•tIntegrating the molecular characterization of fungal pathogens and pharmacodynamic studies of antifungal drugs to reveal factors contributing to clinical failures•tIdentifying and characterizing novel fungal virulence factors and mechanisms of clinical antifungal resistanceThe Rybak lab is looking for a postdoctoral scientist with an interest in antimicrobial resistance and/or host-pathogen interactions. We are looking for candidate with a PhD in Microbiology, Molecular Biology, or related field. Ideal candidates will have proven expertise in fungal genetics, molecular techniques, and/or pathogenesis studies and excellent communication skills. Individuals should have the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced research environment. Research will focus on understanding the genetic and molecular mechanisms contributing to clinical failures when treating infections caused by Candida auris , Mucoralean molds, and other difficult-to-treat fungal pathogens. What you can expect Working closely with the PI to build and explore the novel molecular and genetic approaches to studying and overcoming difficult to treat-fungal-pathogens Opportunity to explore the application of cutting-edge technologies in the field of mycology and to learn key concepts, and develop skills pertaining to infectious diseases pharmacotherapy, microbiology, and molecular genetics Becoming part of a diverse and growing local and international collaborative network of researchers focusing on the study of fungal pathogens Diversity, Equity and Inclusion St. Jude Children's Research Hospital has a diverse, global patient population and workforce, built on the principles of diversity, equity and inclusion. Our founder Danny Thomas envisioned a hospital that would treat children of the world-regardless of race, religion or a family's ability to pay. Learn more about our history and commitment .Today, we continue the mission to advance cures and means of prevention for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. As we accelerate this progress globally, we believe our legacy of diversity, equity and inclusion is foundational to success. With the commitment of leaders at all levels of the organization, we strive to ensure the St. Jude culture, leadership approaches and talent processes are equitable and culturally responsive. View our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Report to learn about the hospital's roots in diversity, equity and inclusion, where we are today and our aspirations for an even better future.St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer No Search Firms St. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude. To apply, please send your CV to the email address provided and include the job title in the email subject line.
Company:
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Posted:
December 16 2023 on jobRxiv
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