Postdoctoral Scholar
This job is no longer available
There are still lots of open positions. Let's find the one that's right for you.
About The Position
The Burris laboratory in the University of Florida Genetics Institute and the College of Pharmacy is seeking a highly talented, creative, independent, self-motivated postdoctoral scholar. Our research focuses on the chemical biology of nuclear receptors and drug development for a range of diseases, including neurodegenerative disorders, atherosclerosis, metabolic disorders, and cancer. The primary goals of this position are to identify and characterize novel synthetic or natural chemical probes that modulate the function of nuclear receptors in various disease models and to optimize such compounds for future clinical use. Ongoing projects within the laboratory include the characterization of LXR inverse agonists in models of cardiometabolic diseases, the development of novel REV-ERB agonists targeting aging-related metabolic dysfunction, neuroinflammation, and neurodegeneration, as well as the characterization of TLX ligands in models of dementia. Additionally, the exploration of the pharmacology of ERR agonists in a range of disease models and the identification of chemical tools for orphan nuclear receptors are key areas of focus. The University of Florida College of Pharmacy values the benefit of having a team that consists of diverse talents, skills, strengths, points of view, and experiences. The college is committed to cultivating an environment where everyone is respected for their intrinsic value and developing the next generation of clinicians and scientists who will positively impact the health of others. In recognition of such efforts, the College of Pharmacy is a three-time recipient of the Insight into Diversity Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award.
