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Research Scientist

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Jun 14, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Research Scientist
Union Level
Department	Pharmaceutical Sciences
Campus	Stockton
Posting Number	201304064P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule	Work is performed during standard hours; Additional hours may be required to meet business needs or deadlines. Work in a standard physical laboratory environment.
Position End Date
Open Date
Close Date
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship	This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	The Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences, School of Pharmacy at the University of the Pacific has an immediate opening for a research scientist for a period of up to 2 years from hire in the laboratory of Dr. Miki Park. The scientist will conduct a contract research project under the supervision of Dr. Park.
Essential Functions	Perform in vitro drug metabolism and in vivo pharmacokinetic studies. Develop new synthetic organic chemistry routes for drug targeting and delivery. Perform quantitative blood sample analysis using HPLC and LCMS. Other duties as assigned. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Received a Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences within the past 5 years. Four years of experience in synthetic organic chemistry, biochemistry, drug metabolism, and pharmacokinetic studies A minimum of one peer-reviewed publication as first author in an internationally recognized journal.
Preferred Qualifications	Extensive experience with in vitro drug metabolism and in vivo pharmacokinetic studies. Extensive experience in analytical chemistry methods (HPLC and LCMS). Extensive experience in synthetic organic chemistry. Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures. Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting. Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
Physical Requirements	Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using a computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. No Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
Hiring Range	$100,000 - $120,000 per year (We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.)
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.