Postdoctoral Research Associate - Bernhardt Lab
About The Position
The Formulation Sciences Program and laboratory of Dr. Brooke Bernhardt at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital is recruiting a motivated postdoc researcher. The post-doc will be part of a new program in Formulation Sciences which aims to develop and translate pediatric-suitable dosage forms for clinical care and research. We are a translational research program which aims to have direct impact on patient care and clinical trials. Our program leverages 3D printing (primarily semi-solid extrusion) as the mechanism for reformulating existing pharmaceuticals – both active pharmaceutical ingredients and finished dosage forms – into novel dosage forms. Successful candidates will have experience with 3D printing and clinical pharmaceutics/formulation development. The ideal candidate also has experience with in-process and post-production testing of finished dosage forms according to guidance by the United States Pharmacopoeia. Successful candidates should meet the following criteria: Have earned/expect to earn a PhD in a relevant field (such as Pharmaceutical Sciences, Textile Engineering, Chemical Engineering) Strong skills in formulation sciences/clinical pharmaceutics Project management and scientific writing experience, and Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude. To apply: please submit a curriculum vitae, a concise summary of research contributions with links to three publications, and names/contact information for three (3) letters of support. 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.
Requirements
- Have earned/expect to earn a PhD in a relevant field (such as Pharmaceutical Sciences, Textile Engineering, Chemical Engineering)
- Strong skills in formulation sciences/clinical pharmaceutics
- Project management and scientific writing experience
- Excellent communication skills and a collaborative attitude
Nice To Haves
- Experience with 3D printing
- Experience with clinical pharmaceutics/formulation development
- Experience with in-process and post-production testing of finished dosage forms according to guidance by the United States Pharmacopoeia
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
