Specialist- Zhao Lab

$90,000 - $188,200/Yr

University of California - San Francisco, CA

Full-time - Senior

San Francisco, CA

Educational Services

About the position

The Specialist position in the Zhao Lab at the University of California San Francisco is a full-time role focused on conducting innovative research in quantitative pharmacology and therapeutic modeling. The Specialist will develop novel algorithms and models for drug delivery, create AI-driven solutions to optimize drug discovery workflows, and contribute to collaborative research projects. This role involves publishing research findings, presenting at conferences, and integrating advanced techniques to enhance drug development processes.

Responsibilities

• Conduct innovative research in quantitative pharmacology and therapeutic modeling.
• Develop novel algorithms and models for drug delivery and pharmacometrics.
• Create AI-driven solutions for optimizing drug discovery and development workflows.
• Publish findings in high-impact scientific journals and present at leading conferences.
• Contribute to grant writing and the development of collaborative research projects.
• Develop pharmacometrics models for drug efficacy and safety analysis.
• Build and optimize drug delivery models for targeted and personalized therapies.
• Integrate AI and machine learning techniques to enhance drug development and regulatory science processes.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including pharmacologists, bioengineers, and data scientists.

Requirements

• A terminal degree of PhD, PharmD, or MD (or equivalent) or ten or more years of relevant experience at the time of appointment.
• Candidate's CV must state required qualifications (or if pending) upon submission.

Nice-to-haves

• Post-graduate training in the field.
• Independent specialized research experience.
• Knowledge or training in drug discovery, regulatory science, and/or AI.

Benefits

• Open salary range based on experience and qualifications.