UNIV - Open Rank - Department of Pharmacology and Immunology

The Department of Pharmacology and Immunology provides a collaborative and rapidly growing research environment with strengths spanning immunology, molecular pharmacology, cancer biology, and translational biomedical science. The department is committed to integrating data-driven discovery with mechanistic biology to advance therapeutic development. The department hosts internationally recognized laboratories working on translational and clinical multiomic spatialomics by mass spectrometry imaging integrating transcriptomics with metabolomics, lipidomics, glycomics and proteomics centered on immunology and therapeutics. The department boasts a state-of-the-art proteomics core integrative with multiomic metabolomic capabilities.

MUSC offers extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration through institutional programs in precision medicine, cancer research, genomics, bioinformatics, and clinical and translational science. Faculty benefit from robust institutional resources including high-performance computing, genomics and single-cell sequencing platforms, and biomedical data science infrastructure.

Charleston, South Carolina is a historic coastal city consistently ranked among the best places to live in the United States, offering an exceptional quality of life and vibrant academic community.

Applicants must hold a PhD, MD, or equivalent degree in computational biology, bioinformatics, systems biology, computer science, biostatistics, or a related discipline.

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• A strong record of research productivity and innovation

• Evidence of independent research potential and the ability to obtain extramural funding

• Interest in collaborative interdisciplinary research at the interface of pharmacology, immunology, and data science

• Commitment to mentorship, graduate education, and academic citizenship

Applicants should submit:

• A cover letter

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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