Research Associate-Fixed Term

Working/Functional Title Research Associate - Fixed Term Position Summary The department of Pharmacology and Toxicology at Michigan State University is currently establishing a pool of fixed-term post-doctoral research associates (post-docs).  Applicants should have an interest in in-vivo pharmacology or toxicology, drug discovery, or computational pharmacology and toxicology.  Applicants in this pool are reviewed when the department has an immediate need to fill a vacancy within two years of the position posting date and will be filled on an as-needed basis. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Doctorate -Pharmacology and/or Toxicology or a related field. Minimum Requirements Recent PhD in Pharmacology and/or Toxicology or a related field. Desired Qualifications Demonstrated ability to work independently in a laboratory; Strong oral and written communication skills; A positive, independent, and collaborative attitude suitable for working in a research laboratory; Strong scientific curiosity and record of rigorous evidence-based publications. Required Application Materials Cover letter and CV. Special Instructions Applications will be reviewed as needed. Website the employer's site MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.