Postdoctoral Research Associate

Available Title(s):

306-YN_FACULTY - Postdoctoral Research Associate

Business Title:

Postdoctoral Research Associate - Clarke Lab

Employee Type:

Faculty (+) (Fixed Term)

Time Type:

Full time

Position Term:

12 Month

Position Details:

Summary of Duties:

The laboratory of Dr. John Clarke in the College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences invites applications for a temporary full-time, non-tenure-track, 12-month appointment as a Postdoctoral Research Associate. The Postdoctoral Research Associate contributes to the fulfillment of the university’s mission and vision through providing support to the Clarke Lab in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences by conducting research and collecting data related to the precision medicine and toxicology projects. For more information about the Clarke Lab, please visit the following link: John Clarke Lab | Washington State University (wsu.edu)

Essential Duties:

Specific tasks may include but are not limited to:

• Plan and execute studies with the PI, lab members, and collaborators.
• Perform techniques such as cell culture, western blots, small molecule quantification, -omics data analysis (RNA-Seq, proteomics, etc), gavage, necropsy, and non-survival rodent surgeries.
• Analyze and interpret data. Present results in lab meetings, departmental/college meetings, and scientific conferences.
• Write, edit, and publish peer-reviewed articles.
• Compete for awards and apply for mentored grants (if desired).
• Assist with research grant applications.
• Assist in training other lab members on appropriate rules, regulations, and protocols.

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

• Ph.D. degree in toxicology, biomedical sciences, or a closely related field.

Additional Qualifications:

• Strong research experience as demonstrated by first-author publication(s) in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical skills in cell culture, molecular biology, and animal handling.
• Knowledge and experience in toxicology, with particular emphasis on liver toxicology.
• Knowledge and experience working with cyanotoxins.
• Demonstrated ability to be self-motivated, work independently, and have strong scientific English language skills.

Additional Information:

Area/College: College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences
Department Name: Pharmaceutical Sciences
City, State, Zip: Spokane, WA 99202
Department Link: https://pharmacy.wsu.edu/

Annual Salary: $56,484.00 -$61,572.00; commensurate with qualifications and experience.

In accordance with RCW 49.58.110, the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position or as mandated by a U.S. Department of Labor prevailing wage determination.

WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation and optional supplemental retirement accounts.

For a more detailed summary of benefits offered by WSU for Faculty visit: https://hrs.wsu.edu/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2023-Benefit-Overview-for-Faculty-and-AP.pdf . Find total compensation information here: https://hrs.wsu.edu/managers/recruitment-toolkit/total-compensation/.
Overtime Eligibility: This position is eligible for overtime.
FTE: 100%
Permanent/Temporary: This is a temporary position expected to end one year after the employment start date. Renewal is dependent on the need for extension and/or if additional funding is secured to extend employment.

Screening Begin Date: This position will remain open until filled, and the first review of applications is on May 29, 2023. To ensure consideration, please submit an application on or before May 29, 2023.

Background Check:

This position has been designated by the department to require a background check because it requires access to children or vulnerable adults as defined by RCW 74.34, engages in law enforcement, requires security clearance, interacts with WSU students in a counseling or advising capacity, has access to personal identifying and/or financial information, unsupervised access to university buildings/property, or other business-related need.  A background check will not be completed until an initial determination of qualification for employment has been made.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must upload the following documents to their online application. 

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume (required)
• Cover Letter (required)
• Three (3) letters of recommendation OR contact information for search committee to obtain recommendation letters (required)

External candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/CV” section of your application. Internal candidates, please upload all documents in the “Resume/Cover Letter” section of your application.

Documents may be submitted in one file or separate files. Applicants are encouraged to upload as a PDF if possible.

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WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521 (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.