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Bioengineering and Cancer Research
University of California, San Diego

The Department of Bioengineering and the Rebecca and John Moores UCSD Cancer Center invite applications for a faculty position at any level to create a program of interdisciplinary research and training at the interface of bioengineering and cancer in the Cancer Center’s new 270,000 ft. research and clinic building. Expertise in bioengineering with a cancer focus and strong translational component is sought; an established track record of peer reviewed grant support is required.

This is a truly unique opportunity with the combination of a leading bioengineering department, an NCI-designated comprehensive Cancer Center and the vibrant San Diego biotechnology industry. The position is tenured or tenure-track with the primary appointment in Bioengineering and the secondary appointment in the relevant medical school department. Applicants are asked to send a complete CV, samples of three publications, a personal statement summarizing research interests, teaching experience in bioengineering, leadership efforts and contributions to diversity, as well as five references, which include mail, e-mail, phone and FAX information.

For applicants with interests in spousal/partner employment, please see the web site for the UCSD Partner Opportunities Program http://academicaffairs.ucsd.edu/offices/partneropp/default.htm. UCSD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Please refer inquiries and applications to:

Geert Schmid-Schönbein, Ph.D.
Chair, Bioengineering Cancer Search Committee
University of California, San Diego
Department of Bioengineering
9500 Gilman Drive, Mail Code 0412
La Jolla, CA 92093-0412
recruit@bioeng.ucsd.edu

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POSTDOCTORAL SCHOLAR

Academic Division: School of Medicine
Academic Department/Research Unit: Medicine, Cancer Center
Disciplinary Specialty of Research: Cancer Drug Development

Description:
A postdoctoral position is available to assist in the development of a novel drug delivery system capable of directing cancer therapeutics selectively to tumors. The approach involves the investigation of modified polyglutamic acid polymers and nanoporous silicon particles. A key component of the research effort is directed at identifying novel ligands that bind to tumor cells using phage and bacterial display technology, and assessing their ability to direct polymers and particles to tumors in animal models. This includes assessment of the efficacy of the drug delivery system in various murine tumor models, determination of the pharmacokinetic parameters of the delivered drug in plasma and tumor, the distribution in normal tissues and assessment of the toxicology of the drug delivery system. This work is funded by a 4 year UC Discovery grant that started Feb 1, 2007.

Salary/Stipend Information:
Based on School of Medicine Postdoctoral Scholars salary scale. Depending on experience salary will range between $32,304- $40,000.

Procedure to Apply:
Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and names of three references to Stephen B. Howell, M.D. at showell@ucsd.edu

Skills and Knowledge Required:
Candidates should be highly motivated with a Ph.D. in one of the major biological or chemical sciences and a track record of research productivity.

Position Closing Date:
Open until filled

Appointment Length/Period:
One year with potential to extent to up to 4 years based on productivity

For more information or to apply, please contact:
Stephen B. Howell, M.D.
showell@ucsd.edu
Telephone: (858) 822-1110
Fax: (858) 822-1111
Website: http://cancer.ucsd.edu/howelllab

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