Post Doctoral Fellow – Pharmacology/Toxicology

The Centre for Drug Research and Development (CDRD) is an innovative organization that focuses on bridging the gap between academic discoveries in the health sciences and the development of new medicines to treat human diseases. With operational facilities located on the campuses of the University of British Columbia (UBC), Simon Fraser University (SFU), and the BC Cancer Agency (BCCA), CDRD has established a novel drug development platform. By working closely with Canadian academic researchers and the pharmaceutical/ biotechnology industry, CDRD provides a collaborative framework through which drug development can become sustainable, cost-effective, and advantageous to society.

Job Summary

As a Post Doctoral Fellow, Pharmacology/Toxicology you will be a member of a research team providing critical expertise for progression of drugs from discovery through commercialization. The position is for a two-year term.

Responsibilities

  • Working within and across the CDRD divisions, participate on drug research and development projects requiring expertise from target validation, drug screening, organic synthesis, drug formulation and delivery, through in-vivo drug evaluation.
  • Under the direction of Deputy Heads, you will assist CDRD Investigators from affiliated institutions with completing proof of concept packages for selected drug research projects.
  • Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

  • Recent completion, or completion within the next 6 months, of a PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a biological discipline
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Development, characterization and conduct of in vivo models of cancer, infectious diseases or other area of important human therapeutic need.
  • Pharmacokinetic and/or bioanalytical analysis.
  • In vivo or ex vivo assessment of drug safety.
  • Preferred candidates will be flexible, with a determination to further their skills in multiple areas.
  • Willingness to contribute to and work in a team environment is required.
  • A good publication record, with experience related to drug research
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills

How to Apply

Please send your resume and cover letter to careers@cdrd.ca with PDF-PHARM/TOX in the subject line.

We thank all interested applicants for their interest, however, only those applicants short-listed will be contacted for an interview.

Application Closing Date: Until Filled