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The purpose of this position is to provide cell biology, molecular biology, pharmacology, expertise and support for the design, execution, monitoring, data review, and reports preparation related to translational and preclinical research in the acne care area. 

Responsibilities:

• Providing key cell biology, and molecular biology support for Stiefel acne research programs:
  • Designing and executing experimental procedures, under limited supervision and maintaining excellent laboratory notebook records on these experiments.
  • Contributing to the progress of the project through innovative research of their own. 
  • Exercising technical discretion in the design, execution and interpretation of experiments. 
  • Demonstration of full command of the techniques and tools required for their assigned responsibilities. 
  • Assist in the management of day to day activities in the laboratory, including chemical inventory and equipment maintenance.
  • Performing tissue culture experiments, maintaining cell lines etc.  Performing various bio-analytical assays, including qPCR, ELISA, etc. 
• Preparing technical reports, monthly reports, and study summaries of assigned projects, as well as regulatory related correspondence as needed; giving verbal and written presentations internally (project team & governance board meetings, etc.).
• Working cross-functionally and building and maintaining relationships across functions, including formulation innovation, formulation development, regulatory affairs, clinical operations, and marketing.
• Providing clear communication orally and in writing to provide comprehensive progress reports and explain complex experimental issues to internal and external audience as appropriate. 

Qualifications:

• PhD or MS in Pharmacology, Biology, or Medical Sciences with a strong emphasis on cell biology, molecular biology, immunology and animal work.
• Prior experience in the pharmaceutical industry and a good working knowledge of microbiology are both strong pluses.
• Excellent oral communication skills to clearly explain complex issues and progress reports to a variety of audiences across functions and across levels at both internal and external meetings.
• Excellent written communication skills to provide comprehensive progress reports.

To apply: Send resume to steve.x.frey@stiefel.com

Applications are now being accepted for the 2013 Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI) Translational Cancer Research Fellowship.  This $50,000 one-year non-renewable grant will support postdoctoral training to individuals who have completed at least one year of training in any field of oncology and have at least one year of training remaining at an AACI member institution. Complete application guidelines and instructions are available on the AACI website. This funding opportunity is open exclusively to AACI member institutions and promises to be highly competitive. 

Deadline to apply: Feb 1, 2013. For more info & to apply: http://www.aaci-cancer.org/fellowship.asp

Postdoctoral Research Program

The Census Bureau’s mission is to be the preeminent collector and provider of timely, relevant, and quality data about the people and economy of the United States. Over 200 years ago, the United States Constitution laid the foundation for what is today the world’s largest and most comprehensive data gathering organization. The Census Bureau was founded in 1902. Today, the Census Bureau is the provider of the Nation’s official economic, population, and demographic statistics. Every month, quarter, and year, the Census Bureau plans, implements, and evaluates over 100 sample surveys that update and add to information from the economic and decennial censuses- information that mirrors the concerns of the people. The variety and magnitude of the surveys make the Census Bureau the world’s most sought-after source of information about the United States. These sample surveys would be impossible to conduct without continuous research and development.

The objectives of the Census Bureau Postdoctoral Research Program are to provide postdoctoral candidates of unusual promise and ability opportunities for research on problems, largely of their own choice, that are compatible with the interests of the Census Bureau, and to contribute to the overall efforts of federal statistical agencies.

Conditions of Postdoctoral Research Appointments

A Postdoctoral Researcher is a resident researcher and a temporary employee of the Census Bureau. Postdoctoral Researchers are analogous to fellows or similar temporary researchers at the postdoctoral level in universities and other organizations. Postdoctoral Research positions are not intended to be, or to compete with, permanent professional career positions.

No commitment on the part of a Postdoctoral Researcher or the Census Bureau with regard to later employment is implied or should be inferred by the offer or acceptance of an award as a Postdoctoral Researcher.

Postdoctoral Researchers must devote their full-time effort to the research program and must be in residence at the Census Bureau during the program. No period of tenure may be spent in residence at another agency or institution. No additional monetary aid or other remuneration may be accepted from another appointment, fellowship, or similar grant during the period of the program.

Eligibility and Consideration

Postdoctoral Research positions are awarded only to persons who have held the doctorate less than six years or are in the process of receiving a doctorate degree at the time of application. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, age, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, or sexual orientation. United States citizenship is required.

Tenure

Awardees are offered two-year appointments, but extensions are possible with special considerations. An evaluation is conducted after one year to ensure that the Postdoctoral Researcher is making suitable progress.

The salary ranges from $74,000 - 97,000.

Education and Experience

Awardees must hold the Ph.D. or other earned research degree recognized in the U.S. as equivalent to the Ph.D. or must present acceptable evidence of having completed all the formal academic requirements for the degree before appointment. Applicants must have demonstrated ability for creative research.

An applicant’s training and research experience may be in any appropriate discipline or combination of disciplines required for the proposed research.

One-page Statement of Research Interest

Each applicant must submit a one-page statement of research interest. For fullest consideration, submit application by January 31. The one-page statement of research interest should include a summary of research interest.

Before writing the one-page statement of research interest, an applicant is advised to communicate directly with Dr. Tommy Wright, Chief, Center for Statistical Research and Methodology, who can provide specific information on current research and available technical facilities.
Contact: Dr. Tommy Wright
Chief, Center for Statistical Research and Methodology
U.S. Census Bureau Phone: (301) 763-1702
E-mail: tommy.wright@census.gov
FAX: (301)763-8399