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Postdoc, PhD/Master student Positions at
the University of Pittsburgh
Multiple
positions (postdocs, doctoral students, master students, research assistants)
are available in Prof. Wei Zhang’s lab at the Department of Pharmaceutical
Science at the University of Pittsburgh.
The overall theme of the lab is using novel polymeric and nano
materials for biomedical applications. While the lab is broadly interested in
research at the interface between chemistry and biomedical science, currently,
the lab’s research focuses are (1) adhesive materials/wound healing, (2)
stimuli-responsive materials, and (3) controlled drug delivery systems for pain.
For more information, please visit our website (https://www.pharmacy.pitt.edu/people/wei-zhang)
or contact Prof. Zhang (weizhang@pitt.edu) with subject line “Postdoc/student
appl_Your Name”, and send files in PDF format.
Postdoc positions:
The ideal postdoc candidate should have the following expertise and
qualifications:
o
Have a strong background and
interest related to the current research focus of the lab.
o
Possess extensive experience in
one or more of the following areas, including but not limited to, organic/polymer
chemistry, wound healing, drug delivery, therapeutic peptide, mechanical
testing of soft materials, polymer/nano/hydrogel/self-assembly materials, and
other related disciplines.
o
Experience in materials
characterization is desired, such as NMR, MS, HPLC, TEM, rheology, tensile.
o
Prior experience with animal work
is preferred, but not necessary.
o
Good verbal and interpersonal
skills are also necessary; individuals may be required to assist and guide
graduate students in the lab.
o
Applicants should have recently
earned or be nearing completion of a doctoral degree in chemistry,
pharmaceutical science, materials/chemical/biomedical engineering or a related
field.
Interested
individuals are invited to apply at join.pitt.edu, requisition number 23007717
and 23007770, and to attach a combined PDF file (consisting of a cover letter,
CV, contact information of 3 potential references who will be contacted at a
later stage, and any additional relevant information).
Doctoral/Master student/Research Assistants positions:
Students interested in biomaterials and drug delivery are welcome.
o
Passion for research is highly
desired. Willingness to learn and take challenges is important.
o
Previous research experience is
recommended for PhD students, while not required for MS students.
o
Experience in organic and
polymer synthesis, and/or with a master’s degree in a related field would be a
plus.
o
Research Assistants need to
have Bachelor degree or above.
o
PhD/MS student candidates will
need to submit a completed application on the university website. In your
application, please indicate your interest in Prof. Zhang’s lab and Pharmaceutics
track (or potentially Medicinal Chemistry track).
o
The general guideline is
available at the department graduate program website.
(https://www.pharmacy.pitt.edu/academics/pharmaceutical-science-graduate-programs)
o
If English test is needed, the
required score is 100 for TOFEL, 7.0 for IELTS and 130 for Duolingo.
About the PI:
Prof. Wei Zhang joined the Department of Pharmaceutical Science at
the University of Pittsburgh as an Assistant Professor in 2023. Prior to Pitt,
he was an Assistant Professor in Anesthesia at Harvard Medical School (HMS). He
received his BS degree in Chemistry from Peking University in 2011, and worked
on liquid crystal polymers for light-emitting diodes in the lab of Prof. Qifeng
Zhou. He received his PhD in Polymer Science in 2016 from the University of
Akron with Prof. Stephen ZD Cheng’s (NAE), and worked on synthesis and
supramolecular structures of precise macromolecules based on molecular
nanoparticles and polymer-nanoparticle conjugates. Then, he did postdoc
training at Harvard Medical School, Boston Children’s Hospital with Profs.
Daniel Kohane & Robert Langer, and worked on photo-controlled drug delivery
for local anesthesia, non-invasive local drug delivery system for otitis media,
tissue adhesives and contact lens. He is author of about 50 publications (17 as
first, 3 as corresponding) in Science, Nat Biomed Eng, Nat Commun, ACS Cent
Sci, J Am Chem Soc, Angew Chem, Nano Lett, PNAS, etc., and 4 patents (1
licensed to a company), and he is a recipient of the NIH Pathway to
Independence Award (K99/R00).
About
the University of Pittsburgh and Pittsburgh
The
University of Pittsburgh, also known as Pitt, was founded in 1787, one of the
oldest universities in the US, a member of Association of American Universities
(AAU). Pitt ranks #45 (US News) and #82 (ARWU) in the world. Pitt ranks #3 in
NIH funding in the US. Pitt Pharmacy ranks #5 among US schools of pharmacy in
total research funding and is known as a leader in research, education, and
practice. It is one of 16 schools/colleges located on the Oakland campus, which
includes the six schools of the health sciences. The School of Pharmacy
partners with UPMC (University of Pittsburgh Medical Center), which is one of
the leading integrated healthcare delivery networks in the country.
Pittsburgh
is located in southwest Pennsylvania, the second largest city in Pennsylvania, known
both as "the Steel City" for its dominant role in the history of the
U.S. steel industry, and as the "City of Bridges" for its 446
bridges. After 1990, Pittsburgh transformed into a hub for the health care,
education, and technology industries. Pittsburgh is nestled amid mountains and
rivers, with beautiful surroundings and a favorable cost of living. It is also
one of the safest cities in the US. Every year, Pittsburgh is recognized for
its livability, innovation, vibrancy, culture, and contributions to the world.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity
Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity, EOE,
including disability/vets.
