Tenure-Track - Assistant Professor - Pharmaceutical Sciences

General Summary of Position:

The Department of Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences located in the Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences at the University of Massachusetts Lowell, is committed to academic excellence and diversity among the faculty, staff, and students. We are seeking a full-time tenure-track faculty member at the level of Assistant Professor with expertise in and research interests in pharmaceutical sciences. All faculty are expected to teach and engage in service to the department, College and university. The ideal candidate should have a successful publication record and demonstrate potential for extramural funding to support their research programs.

The department is interested in attracting candidates with interests in interdisciplinary and translational research using systems biology approaches to pharma/nutraceutical development, drug discovery, drug delivery, molecular pharmacology, pharmacogenomics, physiologically-based pharmacokinetics (PBPK), and pharmacokinetic/pharmacodynamic modeling and simulation. The successful candidate is expected to develop an independent basic or translational research program that will ideally bridge with multiple programs and centers in the College and university, including pharmaceutical, nutritional and/or applied biomedical sciences. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop a vigorous research program that takes advantage of the university’s new, state-of-the-art vivarium and animal imaging center. As the preeminent research and academic institution within the greater Merrimack Valley, the University of Massachusetts Lowell and its Department of Biomedical and Nutritional Sciences are also invested in improving the health of our communities.

The successful candidate will be engaged in the education of undergraduate and graduate students. Previous experience in teaching is desirable. We seek applicants recognized for scholarly and teaching excellence, ability to work with diverse populations, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Emphasis will be placed on individuals with experience working in interdisciplinary teams.

The Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences is dynamic and expanding, and prepares professionals and scientists in a wide range of health science fields including applied, clinical and translational areas. The Zuckerberg College of Health Sciences offers baccalaureate, masters and doctoral programs in several health related disciplines including biomedical sciences, nutrition, exercise science nursing, pharmaceutical sciences, public health and physical therapy. A large research program and vibrant community partnerships and engagement opportunities enrich and support our educational programs. The successful candidates will collaborate with other college faculty, with community partners, and with external academic colleagues.

Opportunities for research linkages exist with other UMass Lowell Colleges, Research Centers and across the 5-campus UMass system as well as with the VA.

UMass Lowell is situated in the heart of New England on the banks of the Merrimack River, a beautiful and culturally diverse area, the birthplace of America’s industrial revolution, and currently in the high-tech corridor of Massachusetts. Cotton mills in Lowell, the only city to be awarded nation  park status by the U.S. National Park Service, opened in 1814 and the city has been a hub of invention and innovation ever since.  UML continues that legacy of innovation throughout the campus.  Its location 25 miles north of Boston offer unsurpassed enrichment of every type including fine arts, dining, historical sites, and of course sports!  Just north of Lowell the grandeur of New Hampshire’s White Mountains unfolds not far from the storied ski lodges of Vermont.  In addition, beautiful beaches and Cape Cod are within easy driving distance. All told, Lowell is a jewel of a city in one of the most attractive regions in the country to live. 

As a public research university, UMass Lowell has experienced dramatic growth in research funding, total endowments, and student enrollment over the past eight years. It is a Carnegie Classification Doctoral University – Higher Research Activity and conducts more than $84 million in sponsored research annually.

The University is committed to promoting an inclusive environment and to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal. We encourage individuals from underrepresented populations to apply and would be pleased to have applicants identify strengths in these areas.

We invite you to visit our college website and meet our faculty, staff, and students and see our new facilities in the health areas: https://www.uml.edu/health-sciences/. Should you have questions about the position, please feel free to contact the Department Chair, Dr. Tim Ford at Timothy_Ford@uml.edu; you will find the faculty profile along with specific information about the Biomedical & Nutritional Sciences here https://www.uml.edu/health-sciences/biomedical-nutritional

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

  • A doctoral degree in pharmaceutical science or other related health sciences field
  • Postdoctoral research experience for Assistant Professor candidates
  • Record of research and publication
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) 
  • Assistant professor candidates must have a vibrant research program with strong likelihood of funding and continued scholarly dissemination.

Additional Considerations:

     • Discipline-specific teaching experience preferred
     • Experience in fostering interdisciplinary research initiatives desirable

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. However, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received.

Please include the following required documents with your application.  

  • Cover letter to include information about your past academic experience and highlight the ways you would be able to contribute to the department, college and university
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Teaching statement/philosophy to include a description of previous teaching experience
  • Research statement including research goals, past research accomplishments and a 3-year research plan
  • Two-three samples of published work in peer-reviewed journals in the area of funding/funding potential, preferably as first author and in high impact journals (upload publications (2-3) as one file)
  • Names and contact information of three references will be required at the time of application. References will be contacted after the initial search committee interview. One reference should be/have been a supervisor.

 

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is committed to increasing diversity in its faculty, staff, and student populations, as well as curriculum and support programs, while promoting an inclusive environment. We seek candidates who can contribute to that goal and encourage you to apply and to identify your strengths in this area.

The University of Massachusetts Lowell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action, Title IX employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age over 40, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, or other protected class.

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