Postdoctoral Researcher

1 week ago


Gainesville, Florida, United States University of Florida Full time
Job Opportunity

Job Title: Postdoctoral Scholar

Job Summary:

The University of Florida is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Postdoctoral Scholar to join our research team in the Burris laboratory. As a Postdoctoral Scholar, you will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge research projects focused on the chemical biology of nuclear receptors and drug development for various diseases.

Research Focus:

Our research team is dedicated to identifying and characterizing novel synthetic or natural chemical probes modulating the function of nuclear receptors in disease models. We are also working on optimizing such compounds for future clinical use.

Ongoing Projects:

  • LXR Inverse Agonists: Characterization of LXR inverse agonists in models of cardiometabolic diseases
  • REV-ERB Agonists: Development of novel REV-ERB agonists targeting aging-related metabolic dysfunction, neuroinflammation, and neurodegeneration
  • TLX Ligands: Characterization of TLX ligands in models of dementia
  • ERR Agonists: Exploration of the pharmacology of ERR agonists in a range of disease models
  • Orphan Nuclear Receptors: Identification of chemical tools for orphan nuclear receptors

About the University of Florida:

The University of Florida College of Pharmacy values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected and valued. We are proud to be a 3-time recipient of the Insight into Diversity Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award.

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance: UF participates in state- and university-sponsored benefits programs for individuals, families, and domestic partners
  • Retirement Options: You may be eligible to participate in the FICA Alternative Plan and other deferred retirement plans
  • Leave: Full-time post-doctoral associates earn paid leave bi-weekly

Requirements:

  • Ph.D. in Organic Chemistry: Within the last 3 years
  • Preferred Qualifications: Candidates with experience in natural product chemistry, expertise in analytical tools HPLC and LC/MS, structure elucidation using different 2D NMR techniques, excellent oral communication and written skills in English, and good organizational and analytical abilities


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